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inhaler

American  
[in-hey-ler] / ɪnˈheɪ lər /

noun

inhalers plural
  1. an apparatus or device used in inhaling medicinal vapors, anesthetics, etc.

  2. a respirator.

  3. a person who inhales.


inhaler British  
/ ɪnˈheɪlə /

noun

  1. a device for breathing in therapeutic vapours through the nose or mouth, esp one for relieving nasal congestion or asthma

  2. a person who inhales

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of inhaler

First recorded in 1770–80; inhale + -er 1

Example Sentences

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Rock band Inhaler will join Pearl Jam for its shows in Chicago, Indianapolis and Austin.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2023

Irish rock band Inhaler has two albums of irresistible anthems.

From Washington Post • Mar. 8, 2023

Although Bono's band U2 have had 10 UK number one albums in total, Inhaler have managed something they did not by going to the summit with their debut.

From BBC • Jul. 16, 2021

Irish rock band Inhaler sold 10,000 tickets for their last tour, squeezing in 21 gigs before lockdown struck in March.

From BBC • Jan. 1, 2021

For I knew very well when every pain was approaching, and by using the Inhaler under your direction, I was enabled to bear the labour without experiencing any pain at all.

From Parturition without Pain or Loss of Consciousness by Townley, James

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