Meaning Of The Word Oxygen mask

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Oxygen mask Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Oxygen mask?

oxygen mask
countable noun: An oxygen mask is a device that is connected to a cylinder of oxygen by means of a tube. It is placed over the nose and mouth of someone who is having difficulty in breathing in order to help them breathe more easily.

oxygen mask in American English
a masklike device placed or worn over the nose and mouth when inhaling supplementary oxygen from an attached tank

oxygen mask in British English
noun: a device, worn over the nose and mouth, to which oxygen is supplied from a cylinder or other source: used to aid breathing

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