asphyxial

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Definitions of asphyxial word

noun asphyxial the extreme condition caused by lack of oxygen and excess of carbon dioxide in the blood, produced by interference with respiration or insufficient oxygen in the air; suffocation. 1
noun asphyxial Of or relating to asphyxia. 1

before 1700

One of the 50% oldest English words

1700-10; < New Latin < Greek asphyxía a stopping of the pulse, equivalent to a- a-6 + sphýx(is) pulse + -ia -ia

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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