To breathe
Example: He breathes deeply to stay calm under pressure
Definition
"To breathe" means to take air into the lungs and then expel it, a vital process for living beings to obtain oxygen and release carbon dioxide. It involves inhaling and exhaling, often done unconsciously but can also be controlled intentionally.
Etymology
The verb "to breathe" comes from the Old English word "brǣþan," which is related to the Germanic root *breth-. Did you know that this root is connected to the word "breath," emphasizing the close relationship between the act of breathing and the air taken in? The word has been in use for centuries, reflecting the essential nature of respiration.
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"To breathe" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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