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Definition of Sleep apnea
1. Noun. Apnea that occurs during sleep.
Generic synonyms: Sleep Disorder, Apnea
Specialized synonyms: Cot Death, Crib Death, Infant Death, Sids, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Specialized synonyms: Cot Death, Crib Death, Infant Death, Sids, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Definition of Sleep apnea
1. Noun. (pathology) Brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Sleep apnea
1. Temporary stoppage of breathing during sleep, often resulting in daytime sleepiness. (12 Dec 1998)