Definition of ASPHYXIATION

asphyxiation

Plural: asphyxiations

Noun

  • the condition of being deprived of oxygen (as by having breathing stopped)
    • "asphyxiation is sometimes used as a form of torture"
  • killing by depriving of oxygen
  • Death due to lack of oxygen.
  • An acute lack of oxygen.

Origin / Etymology

From asphyxiate + -ion.

Synonyms

suffocation

Scrabble Score: 27

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Words With Friends Score: 27

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