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1. rate_of_respiration
noun. the rate at which a person inhales and exhales; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health.
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3. respiration
noun. ['ˌrɛspɝˈeɪʃən'] the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues during which energy is released and carbon dioxide is produced and absorbed by the blood to be transported to the lungs.
Etymology
- respiration (English)
- respiracioun (Middle English (1100-1500))
- respiratio (Latin)
5. rate
noun. ['ˈreɪt'] a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit.
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- rate (English)
- raten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hrata (Old Norse)
6. rate
noun. ['ˈreɪt'] amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis.
Etymology
- rate (English)
- raten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hrata (Old Norse)
7. rate
verb. ['ˈreɪt'] assign a rank or rating to.
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Etymology
- rate (English)
- raten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hrata (Old Norse)
8. rate
verb. ['ˈreɪt'] be worthy of or have a certain rating.
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Etymology
- rate (English)
- raten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hrata (Old Norse)
9. rate
verb. ['ˈreɪt'] estimate the value of.
Etymology
- rate (English)
- raten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hrata (Old Norse)