Asphyxial
Pronunciation: /ˈæzˈfaɪˈʃiˈæɫ/
Asphyxial (adj)
- Causing lack of oxygen in the body, often because breathing cannot happen properly.
- Relating to death or serious harm caused by oxygen not reaching the brain and other organs.
Asphyxial (adjective)
Examples
- The asphyxial situation stopped breathing quickly.
- Smoke can cause an asphyxial effect that stops breathing.