respiratory
adjective
res·pi·ra·to·ry
ˈres-p(ə-)rə-ˌtōr-ē
ri-ˈspī-rə-
-ˌtȯr-
1
: of or relating to respiration
respiratory function
respiratory diseases
2
: serving for or functioning in respiration
respiratory organs
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“Respiratory.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/respiratory. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.
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