Breath: meaning, definitions and examples

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breath

[ brɛθ ]

^{Context #1}

taking in air

The process of taking air into the lungs and then expelling it, especially as a regular physiological process.

Synonyms

exhale, inhale, respiration

Examples of usage

She took a deep breath before jumping into the cold water.
His breath was visible in the cold winter air.

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a slight breeze

A slight movement of air, especially a light current indoors.

Synonyms

breeze, draft, gust

Examples of usage

The gentle breath of wind rustled the leaves.
There was a breath of fresh air in the stuffy room.

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to take air into the lungs and then expel it

To draw air into the lungs, and then expel it; to inhale and exhale.

Synonyms

exhale, inhale, respire

Examples of usage

He paused to breath deeply after running up the stairs.
She could see her breath as she exhaled in the cold.

Translations

Translations of the word "breath" in other languages:

🇵🇹 respiração

🇮🇳 सांस

🇩🇪 Atem

🇮🇩 napas

🇺🇦 подих

🇵🇱 oddech

🇯🇵 息 (いき)

🇫🇷 souffle

🇪🇸 aliento

🇹🇷 nefes

🇰🇷 숨

🇸🇦 نَفَس

🇨🇿 dech

🇸🇰 dych

🇨🇳 呼吸 (hūxī)

🇸🇮 dih

🇮🇸 andardráttur

🇰🇿 тыныс

🇬🇪 სუნთქვა

🇦🇿 nəfəs

🇲🇽 aliento

Word origin

The word 'breath' originated from the Old English word 'bræð' meaning 'scent, odor, exhalation, vapor'. Over time, it evolved to refer to the action of taking in and expelling air. The concept of breath has been associated with life, vitality, and spirituality in various cultures and religions throughout history.