breathing

noun

breath·​ing ˈbrē-t͟hiŋ 

: either of the marks ʽ and ʼ used in writing Greek to indicate aspiration or its absence

Examples of breathing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Kenya was born in October, a month into the energy crisis, with breathing problems. —José María León Cabrera, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024

Consider this your game plan for a lighter, brighter home with plenty of breathing room to spare. —Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024

However, anytime there is a new eruption there is copious gas emissions and that sulfur dioxide can form volcanic fog (vog) that is a breathing hazard for people too close to the eruption. —Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024

This adorable breathing Buddha light helps people time their meditative breathing without using an imposing timer or distracting clock. —Veronica Booth, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1696, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing breathing

• air-breathing
• breathing space
• breathing tube
• fire-breathing
• rough breathing
• smooth breathing