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expiratory

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ex·pi·ra·to·ry  (k-spr-tôr, -tr)
adj.
Of, relating to, or involving the expiration of air from the lungs.
expiratory [ɪkˈspaɪərətərɪ -trɪ]
adj
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) relating to the expulsion of air from the lungs during respiration
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Adj.1.expiratory - of or relating to the breathing out phase of respiration


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