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Definition of Nebulizer
1. Noun. A dispenser that turns a liquid (such as perfume) into a fine mist.
Specialized synonyms: Airbrush
Generic synonyms: Dispenser
Derivative terms: Atomise, Atomise, Atomize, Atomize, Spray, Spray, Spray
Definition of Nebulizer
1. n. An atomizer.
Definition of Nebulizer
1. Noun. A device used to convert liquid into a fine spray of aerosols, by means of oxygen, compressed air, or ultrasonic vibration; sometimes also referred to as an atomizer. ¹
2. Noun. (medicine) A device used to administer a medicine into the lungs, by converting the medicine from liquid state into a fine spray of aerosols, to be inhaled through the nose or mouth. The conversion of liquid medicine is characterized to be performed by means of oxygen or compressed air or ultrasonic vibration, which differ from the aerosolizing means used by related devices such as inhalers and vaporizers. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Nebulizer
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Medical Definition of Nebulizer
1. A device, pressurised by an oxygen tank, for the purpose of converting a liquid medication into a fine mist that can be inhaled. (27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Nebulizer
Literary usage of Nebulizer
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A Practical Treatise on the Diseases of the Ear by Daniel Bennett St. John Roosa (1891)
"nebulizer for Nostrils and Pharynx. "The current from the nasal douche is
continuous, even when the cavity of the tympanum is already full; the fluid in the ..."
2. A Practical Treatise on the Diseases of the Ear: Including a Sketch of Aural by Daniel Bennett St. John Roosa (1885)
"nebulizer for Nostrils and Pharynx. "The current from the nasal douche is
continuous, even when the cavity of the tympanum is already full; the fluid in the ..."
3. The Child; Its Care, Diet, and Common Ills by Elisha Mather Sill (1913)
"After Oil nebulizer. the cleansing douche a small amount of liquid albo- lene,
alone, or with menthol and camphor—menthol, four grains; camphor, two grains; ..."
4. American Observer Medical Monthly (1875)
"... steam nebulizer, as being more intelligible to the majority of persons.
The accompanying wood cut will give a PG OTTO & SONS. ..."
5. A Manual of Diseases of the Nose, Throat, and Ear by Edward Baldwin Gleason (1918)
"However, alcohol is somewhat irritating to the bronchial mucous membranes, and
in use the product of a nebulizer containing an alcoholic solution is best ..."
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