Breath meaning

What does “breath” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“breath” is a noun with 5 meanings. Its most common meaning is: the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing.

breath

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
“he took a deep breath and dived into the pool”
“he was fighting to his last breath”
the air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration
“his sour breath offended her”
a short respite
Synonymsbreather breathing place breathing space breathing spell breathing time
an indirect suggestion
“not a breath of scandal ever touched her”
Synonymshint intimation
a slight movement of the air
“there wasn't a breath of air in the room”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University