Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
exsufflicate
Verb
/ˌɛk.səˈflɪ.keɪt/
Definition
To expel air or breathe out forcibly; to blow out.
Examples
- He exsufflicated with such force that the candle flames flickered.
- During the experiment, they needed to exsufflicate the gas from the chamber.
- She exsufflicated gently, calming her breath before speaking.
Meaning
The act of exhaling or forcing air out of the lungs.
Synonyms
- exhale
- breathe out
- ventilate
