breathing (Meaning)
breathing (n)
the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
breathing (a)
passing or able to pass air in and out of the lungs normally; sometimes used in combination
breathing (p. pr. & vb. n.)
of Breathe
breathing (n.)
Respiration; the act of inhaling and exhaling air.
Air in gentle motion.
Any gentle influence or operation; inspiration; as, the breathings of the Spirit.
Aspiration; secret prayer.
Exercising; promotion of respiration.
Utterance; communication or publicity by words.
place; vent.
Stop; pause; delay.
Also, in a wider sense, the sound caused by the friction of the outgoing breath in the throat, mouth, etc., when the glottis is wide open; aspiration; the sound expressed by the letter h.
A mark to indicate aspiration or its absence. See Rough breathing, Smooth breathing, below.
Synonyms & Antonyms of breathing
breathing Sentence Examples
- She could hear his heavy breathing as he ran up the stairs.
- The yoga instructor emphasized the importance of deep breathing for relaxation.
- Breathing in the crisp morning air, she felt invigorated for the day ahead.
- His shallow breathing indicated that he might be experiencing anxiety.
- The doctor instructed her patient to practice slow, controlled breathing to manage stress.
- Breathing exercises can help improve lung capacity and overall respiratory health.
- The rhythmic breathing of the sleeping baby brought a sense of peace to the room.
- As she stepped onto the stage, she focused on her breathing to calm her nerves.
- Breathing heavily, he struggled to keep up with the fast-paced workout.
- The sound of waves crashing on the shore matched the rhythm of her breathing as she meditated on the beach.
FAQs About the word breathing
the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation, passing or able to
alive, live,living, active, animate, going, current, vigorous, quick, vibrant
expired, inanimate, moribund, dead, defunct, cold, dying, breathless, deceased, defunct
She could hear his heavy breathing as he ran up the stairs.
The yoga instructor emphasized the importance of deep breathing for relaxation.
Breathing in the crisp morning air, she felt invigorated for the day ahead.
His shallow breathing indicated that he might be experiencing anxiety.
