asphyxy Meaning & Definition
/æsˈfɪksi/
What Does Asphyxy Mean?
Asphyxy is a noun that means asphyxiation, typically resulting in death; asphyxia. As a verb, it means Rare form of asphyxiate.
Quick Facts About Asphyxy
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /æsˈfɪksi/ |
| Plural | asphyxies |
| Verb forms | asphyxies, asphyxying, asphyxied |
Asphyxy Definition (Noun)
- asphyxiation, typically resulting in death; asphyxia
Asphyxy as a Verb
- Rare form of asphyxiate.
Synonyms of Asphyxy
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Asphyxy synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
asphyxy (plural asphyxies)
asphyxy (third-person singular simple present asphyxies, present participle asphyxying, simple past and past participle asphyxied)
Words That Rhyme With Asphyxy
Origin of Asphyxy
Anglicization of New Latin asphyxia.
Quick Answers About Asphyxy
Is asphyxy a noun or a verb?
Asphyxy is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of asphyxy?
The plural of asphyxy is asphyxies.
What is the past tense of asphyxy?
The past tense of asphyxy is asphyxied. The present participle is asphyxying.