What is a Promise Ring. A promise ring, sometimes known as a pre-engagement ring, is a simple piece of jewelry that is given as a symbol of a committed, monogamous relationship. In some cases, the promise ring symbolizes purity and a decision to remain celibate until marriage.
Noun. 1. external respiration-the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation. breathing, respiration, ventilation. artificial respiration-an emergency procedure whereby breathing is maintained artificially.
External respiration is the process of taking oxygen into and expelling carbon dioxide from the body. External respiration is essential for life as it supplies oxygen to extract energy from food via internal or cellular respiration. Additionally, it removes carbon dioxide, which is a waste product of respiration.