ASPHYXIATION
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Asphyxiation.
Asphyxiation - as a noun
The condition of being deprived of oxygen (as by having breathing stopped)
Example: "Asphyxiation is sometimes used as a form of torture"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suffocationKilling by depriving of oxygen
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suffocationHypernyms (Closely Related)
killingputting to deathHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The cause of death was determined to be asphyxiation due to carbon monoxide poisoning."
"The presence of smoke in the building led to the risk of asphyxiation for the trapped occupants."
"The medical examiner ruled the death as accidental asphyxiation."
"The documentary highlighted the dangers of autoerotic asphyxiation."
"The victim's struggle for breath indicated a slow death by asphyxiation."
Word Game Points
Is ASPHYXIATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, asphyxiation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ASPHYXIATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 27.
Is ASPHYXIATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, asphyxiation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordASPHYXIATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.
Is ASPHYXIATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, asphyxiation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordASPHYXIATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
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