cpr

CPR

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Definitions of cpr word

uncountable noun cpr CPR is a medical technique for reviving someone whose heart has stopped beating by pressing on their chest and breathing into their mouth. CPR is an abbreviation for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. 3
abbreviation CPR cardiopulmonary resuscitation 3
noun cpr Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. 1

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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artificial respiration — Artificial respiration is the forcing of air into the lungs of someone who has stopped breathing, usually by blowing through their mouth or nose, in order to keep them alive and to help them to start breathing again.
mouth-to-mouth — designating a method of artificial respiration involving blowing air rhythmically into the mouth of a person who has stopped breathing, to stimulate return of spontaneous breathing
first aid — emergency aid or treatment given to someone injured, suddenly ill, etc., before regular medical services arrive or can be reached.

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