English · Body & Health
breathe
/briːð/
[/briːð/]
take air in and out of the lungs
Beginnerverb
Definition
To move air into and out of the lungs. It is one of the most basic actions the body does to stay alive.
Example
Try to breathe slowly when you feel nervous.
Try to breathe slowly when you feel nervous.
Etymology
From Old English 'brǣth' (smell, exhalation), the noun 'breath' giving rise to the verb 'breathe'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in everyday speech, yoga, and health advice. Note the spelling difference between the verb 'breathe' and noun 'breath'.