oxygen

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BrE /ˈɒksɪdʒən/ AmE /ˈɑːkˌsɪdʒən/

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1 GAS [uncountable] B1

a colourless, odourless gas that is necessary for life and found in the air we breathe

oxígeno

Collocations breathing oxygen · oxygen levels

  • Plants produce oxygen through photosynthesis.

    Las plantas producen oxígeno a través de la fotosíntesis.

2 MEDICINE [uncountable] C1

a gas that is given to people who have difficulty breathing, especially in hospitals or during flights

oxígeno medicinal

Collocations medical oxygen · oxygen supply

  • She was given oxygen to help her breathe.

    Se le dio oxígeno para ayudarla a respirar.