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breath

Dictionary definition · breath

noun

  1. the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing"he took a deep breath and dived into the pool"
  2. the air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration"his sour breath offended her"
  3. a short respite
  4. an indirect suggestion"not a breath of scandal ever touched her"
  5. a slight movement of the air"there wasn't a breath of air in the room"

Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).