'Inhaler' definitions:

Definition of 'inhaler'

From: WordNet
noun
A dispenser that produces a chemical vapor to be inhaled in order to relieve nasal congestion [syn: inhaler, inhalator]

Definition of 'Inhaler'

From: GCIDE
  • Inhaler \In*hal"er\, n.
  • 1. One who inhales. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. An apparatus for inhaling any vapor or volatile substance, such as ether or chloroform, or an aerosol mist of a solution, for medicinal purposes; as, he alway carried his inhaler around in his pocket in case he had asthmatic attack. [1913 Webster +PJC]
  • 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. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'inhaler'

From: GCIDE
  • Inhalant \In*hal"ant\, n. An apparatus also called an inhaler (which see); also, that which is to be inhaled, especially a medicine taken by inhalation. [1913 Webster +PJC]