Rebreather

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /riːˈbriːðər/

Definitions of rebreather

noun a device that absorbs carbon dioxide from exhaled air and supplies oxygen for inhalation, used in underwater diving and in some medical procedures

Example Sentences

A1 A rebreather is a type of breathing apparatus.

A2 Scuba divers often use rebreathers for longer dives.

B1 The rebreather allows the user to recycle exhaled air.

B2 Using a rebreather can extend the time a diver can spend underwater.

C1 Advanced rebreather technology has revolutionized deep-sea diving.

C2 Professional cave divers rely on rebreathers for their safety and efficiency.

Examples of rebreather in a Sentence

formal The diver used a rebreather to recycle the air they were breathing underwater.

informal I heard rebreathers are great for diving because they let you stay underwater longer.

slang I'm thinking about investing in a rebreather so I can explore the ocean without worrying about running out of air.

figurative Using a rebreather in this situation is like finding a way to make resources last longer.

Grammatical Forms of rebreather

past tense

rebreathed

plural

rebreathers

comparative

more rebreather

superlative

most rebreather

present tense

rebreathes

future tense

will rebreathe

perfect tense

has rebreathed

continuous tense

is rebreathing

singular

rebreather

positive degree

rebreather

infinitive

to rebreathe

gerund

rebreathing

participle

rebreathing

Origin and Evolution of rebreather

First Known Use: 1876 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'rebreather' originated from the combination of 're-' meaning again or anew, and 'breather' referring to breathing.
Evolution of the word: The term 'rebreather' was first used in 1876 to describe a device that recycles exhaled air, allowing for extended underwater breathing. Over time, the usage of the word has expanded to include various types of breathing apparatus used in diving, firefighting, and other applications where a continuous supply of breathable air is needed.