Asphyxia (noun)

A condition characterized by a lack of oxygen and an excess of carbon dioxide in the body, which can lead to unconsciousness or death.

Origin:

Late 16th century: via latin from greek asphuxia, from asphugesthai "to be choked", from as- "without" + phugein "to flee".

Examples:

1. The drowning victim died from asphyxia caused by inhaling water into the lungs.
2. The baby was saved from asphyxia by performing CPR.
3. Asphyxia can be caused by various factors such as choking, suffocation, or drowning.
4. The fire caused asphyxia due to the inhalation of toxic smoke.
5. Early diagnosis and treatment of asphyxia is crucial in preventing serious injury or death.