Meaning & Definition of word "Breathed"

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    Breathed

    /brēðd/

    verb:

    • 1. Past tense of breathe; to have drawn air into the lungs and expelled it.
      • Example: After a long run, she breathed heavily as she tried to catch her breath.
    • 2. To express a thought or feeling in words.
      • Example: He breathed a sigh of relief when he heard the good news.
    • 3. To allow air to pass in and out of the lungs.
      • Example: The baby breathed softly while sleeping in his crib.
    • 4. To expel air from the lungs; to inhale and exhale.
      • Example: She breathed deeply before starting her speech to calm her nerves.

    Etymology

    From Old English 'brēathan', akin to Old High German 'prēdan'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    breathe life into:

    To revitalize or bring energy to something.

    breathe easy:

    To feel relieved.

    to breathe one's last:

    To die.

    Related Words

    breathe:

    To take air into the lungs.

    breath:

    The air taken into or expelled from the lungs.

    breathable:

    Capable of being breathed; not toxic.

    Slang Meanings of breathed

    Meaning: To chill or relax.

    Example Sentence: After that long meeting, I just need to breathe.

    Meaning: To talk about something casually.

    Example Sentence: Let's breathe about our weekend plans.