oxygentank
nounUK /ˈɒksɪdʒən tæŋk/
US /ˈɑːksɪdʒən tæŋk/
A strong container that holds air for people to breathe when they need help.
The climber carried an oxygen tank up the mountain.
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2. A metal container used by divers to breathe underwater.
The scuba diver checked her oxygen tank before jumping in.
3. A tank of oxygen kept in a hospital for sick patients.
The nurse wheeled the oxygen tank into the patient's room.
4. A supply of oxygen used in welding or industry.
The worker used an oxygen tank to help the flame burn hotter.