"breath" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

The process of taking in and expelling air during breathing (synset 100836693)
"he took a deep breath and dived into the pool"; "he was fighting to his last breath"

is a type of: activity, bodily function, bodily process, body process - an organic process that takes place in the body
subtypes:
- breathing out, exhalation, expiration - the act of expelling air from the lungs
- aspiration, breathing in, inhalation, inspiration, intake - the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing
The air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration (synset 114865940)
"his sour breath offended her"

is a type of: air - a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

subtypes: exhalation, halitus - exhaled breath
A short respite (synset 115299681)
is a type of: relief, respite, rest, rest period - a pause for relaxation

same as: breather, breathing place, breathing space, breathing spell, breathing time
An indirect suggestion (synset 107178639)
"not a breath of scandal ever touched her"

is a type of: proffer, proposition, suggestion - a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection

same as: hint, intimation
A slight movement of the air (synset 111452376)
"there wasn't a breath of air in the room"

is a type of: air, breeze, gentle wind, zephyr - a slight wind (usually refreshing)