noun
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
Examples
- he took a deep breath and dived into the pool
- he was fighting to his last breath
noun
the air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration
Examples
- his sour breath offended her
noun
a short respite
Synonyms
breather
breathing place
breathing space
breathing spell
breathing time
noun
an indirect suggestion
Synonyms
Examples
- not a breath of scandal ever touched her
noun
a slight movement of the air
Examples
- there wasn't a breath of air in the room