Meaning Of The Word Altitude sickness

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Altitude sickness Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Altitude sickness?

altitude sickness in American English
noun: a condition affecting some persons at high altitudes, caused by insufficient oxygen in the blood and characterized by dizziness, nausea, and shortness of breath

altitude sickness in British English
noun
noun: nausea, headache, and shortness of breath caused by climbing to high altitudes (usually above 12 000 ft)

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