Definitions

1. verb

to take air into the lungs and expel it

“She took a deep breath before giving her speech.”

2. verb

to manage or control one’s breathing, especially to calm oneself

“He tried to breathe slowly and steadily to relax.”

3. verb

to have or produce a particular quality or atmosphere

“This place breathes history and culture.”

4. noun

the act of breathing

“The patient’s breathing was labored and shallow.”

5. noun

a way or style of doing something

“Her creative approach to art is a breath of fresh air.”