Meaning of the word breather in English

What does breather mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

breather

US /ˈbriː.ðɚ/
UK /ˈbriː.ðər/

Noun

a short break from work or activity

Example:
Let's take a quick breather before we continue.
The team needed a breather after working for hours.