Meaning & Definition of Breath in English
English⟶
Breath
/brɛθ/
noun
1. The process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
- "He took a deep breath and dived into the pool"
- "He was fighting to his last breath"
synonym:
- breath
2. The air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration
- "His sour breath offended her"
synonym:
- breath
3. A short respite
synonym:
- breath,
- breather,
- breathing place,
- breathing space,
- breathing spell,
- breathing time
4. An indirect suggestion
- "Not a breath of scandal ever touched her"
synonym:
- hint,
- intimation,
- breath
5. A slight movement of the air
- "There wasn't a breath of air in the room"
synonym:
- breath
Examples of using
She took my breath away.
He took my breath away.
Why are you out of breath?