Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kiss-of-life
noun
/ˈkɪs əv laɪf/
Definition
A kiss given to someone who is in need of resuscitation, typically involving mouth-to-mouth breathing techniques.
Examples
- After the accident, the paramedic administered the kiss-of-life to the unconscious victim.
- In movies, we often see the hero give a kiss-of-life to revive their loved one.
- The kiss-of-life is a critical step in emergency CPR training.
Meaning
The phrase refers to a method of providing artificial respiration, where one person breathes air into another’s lungs in an attempt to revive them, often associated with performing CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation).
Synonyms
- mouth-to-mouth
- rescue breathing
- artificial respiration
