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breath 1. the intake and expulsion of air during respiration 2. the air inhaled or exhaled during respiration 3. a single respiration or inhalation of air, etc How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Any of several breathing tests that measure the function of the lungs, including the rate of air flow and the volume of exhaled air, performed to assess lung function and to detect the presence of respiratory disease. The valves open easily during inspiration, closing at the end of inspiration and redirecting all exhaled air through the vocal folds, providing clear, uninterrupted speech. Any of several breathing tests that measure the function of the lungs, including the rate of air flow and the volume of exhaled air, performed to assess lung function and to detect the presence of respiratory disease. |
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