All asphyxiation synonyms
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A a noun asphyxiation
- suffocation — to kill by preventing the access of air to the blood through the lungs or analogous organs, as gills; strangle.
- smothering — to stifle or suffocate, as by smoke or other means of preventing free breathing.
- choking — causing breathing difficulties; suffocating
- stifling — suffocating; oppressively close: the stifling atmosphere of the cavern.
- throttling — Also called throttle lever. a lever, pedal, handle, etc., for controlling or manipulating a throttle valve.
- gassing — an affecting, overcoming, or poisoning with gas or fumes.