inhaler

[ in-hey-ler ]

noun

1. an apparatus or device used in inhaling medicinal vapors, anesthetics, etc.
2. a respirator.
3. a person who inhales.

inhaler

/ ɪnˈheɪlə /

noun

1. a device for breathing in therapeutic vapours through the nose or mouth, esp one for relieving nasal congestion or asthma
2. a person who inhales

Word History and Origins

Origin of inhaler¹

First recorded in 1770–80; inhale + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Even the baby’s inhaler burned.

From Los Angeles Times

“We have been doing everything in our power to keep him in filtered air and clean air so he doesn’t get triggered by the ash,” she said, “because all of his medication and inhaler burned up.”

From Los Angeles Times

The tobacco giant that makes Marlboro cigarettes has sold a UK inhaler company for a knock-down price due to what it calls an "unwarranted" backlash.

From BBC

PMI's boss Jacek Olczak also said the company remains "committed to driving innovation in this space over the long-term", suggesting it has not moved on entirely from the inhaler sector.

From BBC

The 18-year-old now has to use an inhaler when she plays soccer.

From Los Angeles Times