Meaning of the word breath in English

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breath

US /breθ/

UK /breθ/

the air that is taken in and sent out of the lungs

Example:

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Take a deep breath and relax.

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Her breath smelled of mint.

Synonym:

respiration inhalation exhalation gasp pant

a pause or moment of rest

Example:

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He stopped for a breath before continuing his speech.

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The silence was so profound, you could almost hear the world hold its breath.

Synonym:

pause rest break respite moment

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