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(1):

(n.) Fig.: That which gives or strengthens life.

(2):

(n.) The power of respiration, and hence, life.

(3):

(n.) Time to breathe; respite; pause.

(4):

(n.) Fragrance; exhalation; odor; perfume.

(5):

(n.) Gentle exercise, causing a quicker respiration.

(6):

(n.) A single respiration, or the time of making it; a single act; an instant.

(7):

(n.) A very slight breeze; air in gentle motion.

(8):

(n.) The act of breathing naturally or freely; the power or capacity to breathe freely; as, I am out of breath.

(9):

(n.) A single word; the slightest effort; a trifle.

(10):

(n.) The air inhaled and exhaled in respiration; air which, in the process of respiration, has parted with oxygen and has received carbonic acid, aqueous vapor, warmth, etc.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Breath'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​b/breath.html. 1828.
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