hyperventilation

hy·per·ven·ti·la·tion  (hpr-vntl-shn)

n.

Abnormally fast or deep respiration, which results in the loss of carbon dioxide from the blood, thereby causing a fall in blood pressure, tingling of the extremities, and sometimes fainting.

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hyperventilation

Noun

an increase in the rate of breathing at rest, sometimes resulting in cramp and dizziness

hyperventilate vb

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Noun

1.

hyperventilation - an increased depth and rate of breathing greater than demanded by the body needs; can cause dizziness and tingling of the fingers and toes and chest pain if continued breathing, external respiration, respiration, ventilation - the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation