mouth-to-mouth resuscitation

American  

[mouth-tuh-mouth] / ˈmaʊθ təˈmaʊθ /

noun

1. a method of artificial respiration in which a person rhythmically blows air into the victim's lungs, either directly, by placing the mouth over the patient's, or through a tube.

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Etymology

Origin of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

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mouth-to-mouth resuscitation

He tried to revive Breeze by giving her mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when her body was brought outside, but it was too late.

From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026

“She was responding to the chest compressions. She was responding to the mouth-to-mouth resuscitation in a positive way,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 28, 2025

She had blood on her mouth, possibly from giving him mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 30, 2024

You don't give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation to a zombie.

From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2023

Some will suggest mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, while others will strive to recall episodes of medical television dramas that may or may not be relevant to your case.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood