1. (noun) respiration, internal respiration, cellular respiration
the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues during which energy is released and carbon dioxide is produced and absorbed by the blood to be transported to the lungs
Synonyms: external respiration, ventilation, cellular respiration, breathing, respiration, internal respiration
2. (noun) respiration
a single complete act of breathing in and out
Synonyms: external respiration, ventilation, cellular respiration, breathing, internal respiration
3. (noun) breathing, external respiration, respiration, ventilation
the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
Synonyms: ventilation, internal respiration, respiration, ventilating system, ventilation system, airing, external respiration, public discussion, cellular respiration, breathing
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