nebulizer

nebuliser

/ (ˈnɛbjʊˌlaɪzə) /


noun
  1. a device for converting a drug in liquid form into a mist or fine spray which is inhaled through a mask to provide medication for the respiratory system: Also called: inhalator

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Scientific definitions for nebulizer

nebulizer

[ nĕbyə-lī′zər ]


  1. A device that reduces liquid to an extremely fine cloud, especially used for delivering medication to the deep part of the respiratory tract.

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