Papr

Pronunciation: /pæpr/

Definitions of PAPR

noun a type of protective equipment worn over the face to filter out harmful particles in the air

Example Sentences

A1 I need to wear a PAPR for protection in the lab.

A2 The PAPR helps filter out harmful particles in the air.

B1 The PAPR has a built-in fan to provide constant airflow.

B2 Workers in hazardous environments rely on PAPRs for respiratory protection.

C1 The PAPR system includes a battery pack for extended use.

C2 Proper maintenance of the PAPR is essential for its effectiveness.

Examples of PAPR in a Sentence

formal The healthcare workers were required to wear a PAPR while treating patients with infectious diseases.

informal Make sure you have your PAPR on before entering the contaminated area.

slang I feel like a spaceman in this PAPR gear.

figurative His PAPR shielded him from the toxic environment of office politics.

Grammatical Forms of PAPR

• past tense: PAPRed
• plural: PAPRs
• comparative: more PAPR
• superlative: most PAPR
• present tense: PAPRs
• future tense: will PAPR
• perfect tense: have PAPRed
• continuous tense: is PAPRing
• singular: PAPR
• positive degree: PAPR
• infinitive: to PAPR
• gerund: PAPRing
• participle: PAPRed

Origin and Evolution of PAPR

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'PAPR' originated from the Latin word 'papyrus', which referred to the plant from which paper was made in ancient times.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'papyrus' evolved into 'paper' in English and other languages, and eventually 'PAPR' became a shortened, informal version of the word.