Breeze

/briːz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A gentle wind.

The warm breeze made the summer afternoon very pleasant.

An easy task or accomplishment.

The exam was a breeze; I finished it in half the allotted time.

verb

To move easily and quickly.

She breezed into the room, full of energy and enthusiasm.

Originated from Middle English 'breese', from Old French 'brise' meaning 'broken', probably referring to the light and gentle nature of the wind.

a breeze to do

something that is very easy to accomplish

breeze through something

to do something very easily

catch a breeze

to seek a mild refreshing wind

wind

Air in motion relative to the surface of the Earth.

draft

A current of air, especially a slight or gentle breeze.

gust

A strong, brief burst of wind.

A very easy task or situation.

That presentation was a complete breeze.

To arrive or leave quickly.

I just breezed in right before the meeting started.