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oxygen debt

noun

Definition of oxygen debt

: a cumulative deficit of oxygen available for oxidative metabolism that develops during periods of intense bodily activity and must be made good when the body returns to rest

First Known Use of oxygen debt

1923, in the meaning defined above

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oxygen debt

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Medical Definition of oxygen debt

: a cumulative deficit of oxygen available for oxidative metabolism that develops during periods of intense bodily activity and must be made good when the body returns to rest