English Explanatory Dictionary

non-rebreather

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A breathing mask that does not recycle expelled air, thus giving the wearer a fresh supply of air, pure oxygen, etc. with each breath.

Word forms

non-rebreather non-rebreathers

Etymology

From non- + rebreather.

Related words

rebreather a somewhat similar apparatus for scuba diving designed to recycle expelled air by removing carbon dioxide and other gases

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