noseclips

Swimmer's nostril blockers

Noseclips are small devices that pinch the nostrils closed, worn by swimmers to keep water out of the nose or by people exposed to unpleasant odors.

They typically consist of two pads connected by a spring or flexible bridge: She adjusted her noseclips before diving in.

protection

chlorine

Halogen disinfectant element

poolCollective fund or basin
chemicalSubstance with defined composition
irritationMild anger or inflammation

disinfectant · fumes · water · sanitizer · pH · sensitivity · barrier · prevention · seal · watertight

diving

underwater

Below the surface

scubaPortable underwater breathing gear
snorkelingSurface swimming with breathing tube
freedivingUnderwater diving without tanks

depths · pressure · equalization · mask · fins · wetsuit · buoyancy · neoprene · spearfishing · aquatic

medical

apnea

Temporary cessation of respiration

snoringNoisy breathing while asleep
breathingPulmonary gas exchange
respirationGas exchange in organisms

nostrils · sinus · airways · oxygen · therapy · CPAP · sleep · obstruction · congestion · deviated septum

swimming

synchronized

Occurring at the same time

swimmerOne who moves through water
lapsComplete track circuits
laneDesignated travel strip

turns · start · block · race · competition · meet · poolside · timer · cap · goggles

Opposites

breathing apparatus function

noseclipsoxygen mask

Face-worn breathing apparatus

respirator · breathing apparatus · scuba regulator · snorkel · nasal cannula

sensory access

noseclipsnasal inhaler

Nostril-inserted decongestant device

smelling salts · aromatherapy diffuser · nasal spray

Family

nose, clip, noses, clips, nosed, clipped, clipping, nosy, nasal

Familiarity: Top 1,000,000
Profile: Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G