respirator
A respirator is a device worn over the nose and mouth to prevent a person from inhaling harmful substances like dust or chemicals. In a medical context, it can also refer to a machine that helps a patient breathe when they cannot do so on their own.
Examples
3 of 5I wear a respirator when I paint the walls to avoid the fumes.
I wear a breathing mask when painting the walls to stay safe from the smell.
All staff must wear a respirator while working in the chemical laboratory.
Every employee is required to use a breathing device in the chemistry lab.
Don't forget your respirator; the dust in this garage is really bad.
Remember your mask because there is a lot of dust in this garage.
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Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Respirator' as your 'Rescue-Air-Maker'—it rescues you from bad air.
Quick Quiz
The worker put on his ___ before entering the dusty construction site.
Correct!
The correct answer is: respirator
Examples
I wear a respirator when I paint the walls to avoid the fumes.
everydayI wear a breathing mask when painting the walls to stay safe from the smell.
All staff must wear a respirator while working in the chemical laboratory.
formalEvery employee is required to use a breathing device in the chemistry lab.
Don't forget your respirator; the dust in this garage is really bad.
informalRemember your mask because there is a lot of dust in this garage.
The study evaluated the filtration efficiency of the N95 respirator.
academicThe research looked at how well the N95 mask filters air.
Our company provides a high-quality respirator to ensure employee safety.
businessOur business gives workers good breathing masks to keep them safe.
Synonyms
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Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
powered respirator
a mask that uses a fan to help you breathe
disposable respirator
a mask intended to be used once and thrown away
full-face respirator
a mask that covers the eyes, nose, and mouth
Often Confused With
A respirator usually filters air for you to breathe; a ventilator is a machine that pumps air into your lungs.
Usage Notes
Use 'respirator' when discussing safety equipment that filters air or medical machines that assist breathing. It is more technical than the simple word 'mask'.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'respirator' for a simple cloth mask, but a respirator is usually a more heavy-duty, certified safety device.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Respirator' as your 'Rescue-Air-Maker'—it rescues you from bad air.
Word Origin
From the Latin 'respirare', which means 'to breathe again'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
The word became very common globally during the COVID-19 pandemic as people discussed medical-grade protection.
Quick Quiz
The worker put on his ___ before entering the dusty construction site.
Correct!
The correct answer is: respirator
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