Breathing Definition & Meaning
breathing
- adjective
- passing or able to pass air in and out of the lungs normally; sometimes used in combination; "the boy was disappointed to find only skeletons instead of living breathing dinosaurs"; "the heavy-breathing person on the telephone"
- noun
- the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
"Breathing" in song lyrics
See how breathing is used in real songs:
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"Happy to be breathing.."
Aesop Rock — Keep Off the Lawn -
"could I postpone the breathing"
All Natural — Godspeed -
"Rocked a gold anchor at the dock of his breathing"
Almighty f/ 60 Second Assassin — Dead Flowers
Words that rhyme with breathing
Usage tips for "breathing"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "breathing" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for breathing to find words that pair well.
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