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1. air_embolism
noun. obstruction of the circulatory system caused by an air bubble as, e.g., accidentally during surgery or hypodermic injection or as a complication from scuba diving.
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2. air_embolism
3. embolism
noun. ['ˈɛmboʊˌlɪzəm'] occlusion of a blood vessel by an embolus (a loose clot or air bubble or other particle).
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4. air
noun. ['ˈɛr'] a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of.
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- air (English)
- air (Middle English (1100-1500))
- aeir (Anglo-Norman)
5. air
noun. ['ˈɛr'] the region above the ground.
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- air (English)
- air (Middle English (1100-1500))
- aeir (Anglo-Norman)
6. air
noun. ['ˈɛr'] a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing.
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- air (English)
- air (Middle English (1100-1500))
- aeir (Anglo-Norman)
7. air
noun. ['ˈɛr'] a slight wind (usually refreshing).
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- air (English)
- air (Middle English (1100-1500))
- aeir (Anglo-Norman)
8. air
verb. ['ˈɛr'] expose to fresh air.
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- air (English)
- air (Middle English (1100-1500))
- aeir (Anglo-Norman)
9. air
noun. ['ˈɛr'] the mass of air surrounding the Earth.
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- air (English)
- air (Middle English (1100-1500))
- aeir (Anglo-Norman)