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

This approach minimized the physical payload, providing a viable breathing supply without weighing the insect down. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026

Sacramento County sheriff’s officials said at the time that Soto was conscious and breathing, and he was taken by ambulance to a hospital. — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026

Hospital staff reportedly told them Vincent was exhibiting agonal breathing, an involuntary reflex that can occur near death. — Brittany Miller, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026

Awareness activities encourage self-reflection and can include activities like a body scan, breathing exercises, or journaling. — Parents, 4 July 2026

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

Rhymes for breathing

• sheathing
• teething
• rebreathing