nebulizer

British

/ ˈnɛbjʊˌlaɪzə /

noun

Also called: inhalator. 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

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nebulizer Scientific

/ nĕb′yə-lī′zər /

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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Now that she is more settled, her out-of-network charges through Sept. 30, 2025, were $1,369, mostly consisting of regular $40 charges for physical therapy, $50 for recurring nebulizer treatments and $30 for in-network specialist visits.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 29, 2025

The new diagnostic is based on nanosensors that can be delivered by an inhaler or a nebulizer.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 5, 2024

"In the winter when it's colder he has an increase in nebulizer treatment and physio so it's a rigorous routine," she said.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2023

Born at 28 weeks, he has a breathing disorder; he needs a nebulizer three times a day, an inhaler twice a day.

From Salon ● Nov. 17, 2022

Me with my nebulizer, the vapor pouring out of it forming a cloudy halo.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott

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