WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

nitrogen narcosis

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun nitrogen narcosis has 1 sense
  1. nitrogen narcosis - confused or stuporous state caused by high levels of dissolved nitrogen in the blood; "deep-sea divers can suffer nitrogen narcosis from breathing air under high pressure"
    --1 is a kind of
    narcosis

Definitions from the Web

Nitrogen Narcosis

Description:

Nitrogen narcosis, also known as "raptures of the deep," is a physiological condition caused by an increased partial pressure of nitrogen gas in the bloodstream. It typically occurs when divers descend to great depths, resulting in altered mental states resembling drunkenness.

Possible Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Definition: A condition experienced by divers due to increased nitrogen pressure at depth.

Example Sentence: Diving below 100 feet can lead to the onset of nitrogen narcosis.

Sense 2:

Definition: The feeling of euphoria or mental impairment felt by divers under the influence of nitrogen narcosis.

Example Sentence: The diver's excitement turned into a state of nitrogen narcosis, affecting their decision-making abilities.

Related Products:

nitrofurantoin nitrogen-fixing bacteria nitrogen nitrogen balance nitrogen cycle nitrogen dioxide nitrogen fixation nitrogen mustard nitrogen narcosis nitrogen oxide nitrogen trichloride nitrogenase nitrogenise nitrogenize nitrogenous nitroglycerin nitroglycerine

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus