Definitions

1. noun

a condition in which the airways in the lungs become narrow and swollen, causing difficulty in breathing.

“Her child’s asthma has been well-managed since they started using an inhaler.”

2. verb

to breathe with difficulty, often in a wheezing or whistling sound.

“After running up the stairs, she started to asthma, unable to catch her breath.”

3. verb (transitive)

to breathe (into or out of) something, especially a musical instrument.

“He asthmated the flute, producing a beautiful, clear sound.”