apneal

/æpniːl/

Definitions

1. verb

to breathe with pauses or gasps, as if struggling to breathe

“The patient’s condition required constant monitoring to ensure that they did not apneal.”

2. verb

to temporarily stop breathing

“The infant apneal several times during the night, prompting the parents to seek medical attention.”

Synonyms

  • asphyxiate
  • gasping

Antonyms

  • breathe
  • respire