Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
laboured-breathing
adjective
/ˈleɪbərd ˈbrēðɪŋ/
Definition
A term used to describe breathing that is difficult or requires extra effort.
Examples
- After running the marathon, she was left with laboured breathing.
- The patient exhibited laboured breathing, signaling a potential respiratory issue.
Meaning
Laboured breathing often indicates a medical condition or an emotional state where a person has to work harder to breathe than normally.
Synonyms
- difficult breathing
- labored respiration
- strenuous breathing
