Associations to the word «Hyperventilation»

Wiktionary

HYPERVENTILATION, noun. (medicine) the state of breathing faster or deeper than necessary

Dictionary definition

HYPERVENTILATION, noun. 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.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke