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respirator Synonyms

Another word for respirator

Choosing another word for respirator depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A device worn over the mouth and nose to prevent the inhalation of dust, smoke, toxic gases, or airborne pathogens.

Usage Example

"The construction workers were required to wear a mask when handling the hazardous fiberglass insulation."

Strong
mask

• noun (Context 2)

A medical machine that helps a patient breathe by providing artificial respiration.

Usage Example

"The patient in the intensive care unit was placed on a ventilator to maintain adequate oxygen levels during surgery."

Strongest
ventilator

• Nearby Words

respirable
respirate
respiration
respirator
respiratory
respire
respite

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Respirator. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 11, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/respirator
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