Oxygenation Meaning in English

word

US

ˌɑksɪdʒəˈneɪʃən

ok-si-juh-NAY-shun

UK

ˌɒksɪdʒənˈeɪʃən

ok-si-juhn-AY-shun

Definition

Oxygenation is the process of adding oxygen to something, especially to the blood or to water, so living things can use it.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly used in medical, scientific, or technical contexts. Common phrases: 'oxygenation of the blood,' 'oxygenation levels.' Not interchangeable with 'oxidation,' which is a different chemical process.

• Spanish: oxigenación
• Portuguese (BR): oxigenação
• Portuguese (PT): oxigenação
• Chinese (Simplified): 氧合
• Chinese (Traditional): 氧合
• Hindi: ऑक्सीकरण
• Arabic: الأكسجة
• Bengali: অক্সিজেনেশন - অক্সিজেন সংযোজন
• Russian: оксигенация
• Japanese: 酸素化
• Vietnamese: oxy hóa - cung cấp oxy
• Korean: 산소화
• Turkish: oksijenasyon
• Urdu: آکسیجنیشن - آکسیجن کی فراہمی
• Indonesian: oksigenasi

Example Sentences

The nurse checked the patient's oxygenation level.

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Fish need good oxygenation in their water to survive.

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Proper oxygenation helps organs work well.

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Low oxygenation can make you feel tired or dizzy.

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Doctors monitor patients' oxygenation during surgery.

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Improving air flow increases oxygenation in the room.

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