Asphyxia
Pronunciation: /ˈæzˈfaɪˈɛksˈiə/
Asphyxia (noun)
- A condition where the body does not get enough oxygen, causing serious harm to the brain and other organs.
- A state in which breathing stops or becomes too weak to move oxygen into the blood.
Examples
- Asphyxia can happen when there is lack of oxygen in a room.
- Lack of oxygen causes asphyxia, even if the person seems calm.