non-respiratory
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/nɒnˈrɛspəˌrɛtɔri/
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/nɒnˈrɛspərət(ə)ri/
not related to breathing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-respiratory' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'respiratory' from Latin 'respirare', meaning 'to breathe'.
Historical Evolution
'respirare' transformed into the English word 'respiratory', and with the addition of 'non-', it became 'non-respiratory'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not related to breathing', and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not related to or affecting the process of respiration.
The patient was diagnosed with a non-respiratory condition.
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Last updated: 2025/02/11 15:26