In*hal"er (?), n. 1. One who inhales.
2. An apparatus for inhaling any vapor or volatile substance, as ether or chloroform, for medicinal purposes.
3. A contrivance to filter, as air, in order to protect the lungs from inhaling damp or cold air, noxious gases, dust, etc.; also, the respiratory apparatus for divers.
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