noun
- a condition in which the body or a region of the body is deprived of adequate oxygen supply
Usage: medical
Examples
- The pilot experienced anoxia at high altitude without supplemental oxygen.
- Brain anoxia can cause permanent damage within minutes.
- The patient’s anoxia was caused by severe respiratory failure.
- Mountain climbers risk anoxia when ascending to extreme heights.
- The doctor explained that anoxia occurs when oxygen levels drop dangerously low.
- Prolonged anoxia can lead to organ failure and death.