inhalation

noun

in·​ha·​la·​tion ˌin-hə-ˈlā-shən 

ˌi-nə-ˈlā-

1

: the act or an instance of inhaling

2

: material (such as medication) to be taken in by inhaling

inhalational

ˌin-hə-ˈlā-sh(ə-)nəl 

ˌi-nə-ˈlā-

adjective

Examples of inhalation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Proper inhalation, hydration, and quality checks can all contribute to a smoother and more enjoyable delta 8 experience. —Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 8 Sep. 2023

The levels of the compound absorbed through passive inhalation are typically minimal and unlikely to exceed the threshold for detection in most tests. —Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 7 Aug. 2023

Silicosis is an occupational pneumoconiosis caused by the inhalation of crystalline silica dust present in minerals like sandstone. —Leah Willingham and Matthew Daly, Anchorage Daily News, 25 July 2023

Right now, too few researchers are studying wildfire smoke from generation to inhalation. —Time, 19 July 2023

Following the box instructions is the best way not only to ensure effective coverage, but also to avoid painful overspray in eyes or unwanted inhalation. —Samson McDougall, Health, 17 July 2023

Organisms that cause disease in plants (like crop pathogens), animals, or humans may also be transported and enter into sensitive populations through deposition or inhalation. —Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics, 8 June 2023

This is because digestion and absorption processes differ from inhalation methods. —Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 12 July 2023

Long-term inhalation of noxious particles, even just by living in areas with poor air quality, can lead to permanent inflammation and constriction of the airways, causing chronic lung and heart disease, as well as periodic flare-ups. —Kylie Martin, Detroit Free Press, 30 June 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1623, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing inhalation

• smoke inhalation

• smoke inhalation

Kids Definition

inhalation

noun

in·​ha·​la·​tion ˌin-(h)ə-ˈlā-shən 

: the act or instance of inhaling

Medical Definition

inhalation

noun

in·​ha·​la·​tion ˌin-(h)ə-ˈlā-shən, ˌin-ᵊl-ˈā- 

1

: the act or an instance of inhaling

specifically : the action of drawing air into the lungs by means of a complex of essentially reflex actions that involve changes in the diaphragm and in muscles of the abdomen and thorax which cause enlargement of the chest cavity and lungs resulting in production of relatively negative pressure within the lungs so that air flows in until the pressure is restored to equality with that of the atmosphere

2

: material (as medication) to be taken in by inhaling

inhalational

-shnəl, -shən-ᵊl 

adjective