noun
- a person or thing that causes asphyxiation; something that suffocates or deprives of oxygen
Usage: technical or formal usage; often used in medical, industrial, or legal contexts
Examples
- The toxic gas acted as an asphyxiator in the enclosed space.
- Carbon monoxide is a dangerous asphyxiator that can be fatal in high concentrations.
- The investigation identified the plastic bag as the asphyxiator in the accident.
- Industrial safety protocols aim to eliminate potential asphyxiators from the workplace.
- Smoke from the fire served as an asphyxiator, forcing evacuation of the building.