noun

resuscitation

resuscitation

The paramedic performed mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

The paramedic performed mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can save lives.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can save lives.

to perform resuscitation. The paramedic performed mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

Synonyms: revival, revivification

From Latin 'resuscitare' (to rouse again), from 're-' (again) + 'sus-' (from sub, up from under) + 'citare' (to rouse).

Think of CPR, which stands for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. It's the action of bringing someone back.

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