asphyxia
noun
the extreme condition caused by lack of oxygen and excess of carbon dioxide in the blood, produced by interference with respiration or insufficient oxygen in the air; suffocation.
asphyxial
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a word derived from
asphyxia.
Example Sentences
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“But this was not an asphyxial death. It is possible it had an effect, but it is not the primary thing that was impacting Mr. Fredericks.”
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 11, 2023
The second stage is termed the stage of collapse or the algide or asphyxial stage.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 3 "Chitral" to "Cincinnati" by Various
