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aspiratory

/ˌæspɪˈreɪtɔːri/ adjective · British & US
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What does aspiratory mean?

adjective

Relating to or serving to draw air into the lungs, especially in breathing.

Example

"The aspiratory muscles in the chest help expand the lungs during inhalation."

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