apnea
noun/ˈæpniə/
Frequency rank: #12,993 most common English word
Meaning
A temporary cessation of breathing, especially during sleep.
Example sentence
The doctor told him that his loud snoring was caused by sleep apnea.
Synonyms & related words
- breathlessness
- suffocation
- choking
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