smelling salt
"Smelling salts" are commonly used to revive individuals who have fainted or are feeling faint, particularly in medical and sports contexts.
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Definition
B2Medical
(general)A substance containing ammonia compounds used to help revive someone who has fainted or feels faint.
Example
- The nurse used smelling salts to help the patient regain consciousness.
B2Sports
(informal)A stimulant used to quickly revive athletes who are dazed or have been knocked out.
Example
- The boxer was given smelling salts after being knocked down in the ring.
Similar
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