CEFR C1

apnea

noun

Meaning

A temporary cessation of breathing, especially during sleep.

Examples

Doctors often recommend a sleep study to diagnose the underlying cause of a patient's frequent apnea.
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the throat muscles intermittently relax and block the airway.

Synonyms: breathlessness, asphyxia, respiratory arrest

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apnea (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈæp.ni.ə/

Definition

A temporary cessation of breathing, especially during sleep.

Examples

Doctors often recommend a sleep study to diagnose the underlying cause of a patient's frequent apnea.
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the throat muscles intermittently relax and block the airway.

Synonyms of apnea

Words with a similar meaning to apnea:

breathlessness
asphyxia
respiratory arrest

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