Meaning of 'breath'

noun

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

Example: "I took a deep breath and dived into the pool."

noun

an indirect suggestion

Example: "not a breath of scandal ever touched her"

Synonyms: intimation hint

noun

a slight movement of the air

Example: "there wasn't a breath of air in the room"

noun

the air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration

Example: "Your sour breath offended me."

noun

a short respite

Synonyms: breather breathing space breathing place breathing spell breathing time