RESPIRATOR
Scrabble letter values: R1E1S1P3I1R1A1T1O1R1 = 12
Definition
- noun a breathing device for administering long-term artificial respiration. — synonyms: inhalator
- noun a protective mask with a filter. — synonyms: gasmask, gas_helmet
Examples
- “protects the face and lungs against poisonous gases”
- “The house painters were each officially required to wear a respirator, but this was sometimes disregarded in the extreme heat.”