apneas

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Noun apnea has 1 sense

apnea - transient cessation of respiration
--₁ is a kind of symptom
--₁ has particulars: periodic apnea of the newborn; sleep apnea

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Apneas

Noun

Sense: A medical condition characterized by the temporary cessation of breathing, especially during sleep.

Example sentence: She suffers from sleep apneas, which disrupt her sleep and cause excessive daytime tiredness.

Verb

Sense: The act of experiencing a temporary cessation of breathing during sleep, often due to a medical condition.

Example sentence: He frequently apneas during the night, leading to frequent interruptions in his sleep.

Plural noun

Sense: Multiple instances of temporary cessation of breathing during sleep.

Example sentence: The doctor diagnosed him with multiple apneas, emphasizing the need for immediate treatment.