Het zuurstofmasker
Example: Het zuurstofmasker viel automatisch tijdens de noodlanding.
Definition
"Het zuurstofmasker" refers to the oxygen mask used in aviation and air travel, designed to supply passengers or crew with breathable oxygen automatically in emergencies, such as during a sudden loss of cabin pressure, ensuring their safety and ability to breathe properly.
Etymology
The term "het zuurstofmasker" comes from Dutch, where "zuurstof" means oxygen and "masker" means mask. It literally translates to 'the oxygen mask.' The word reflects its function directly, combining the element oxygen with the device worn over the face. Did you know? The concept of oxygen masks became widely known during early aviation safety developments in the 20th century.
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"Het zuurstofmasker" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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the oxygen mask