Breather

Pronunciation: /ˈbrɛðər/

Definitions of breather

noun a person who breathes, or a pause to catch one's breath

Example Sentences

A1 I needed to take a breather after running for so long.

A2 She sat down on a bench to catch her breath and take a breather.

B1 Taking a breather from work can help reduce stress and improve productivity.

B2 After a long day of meetings, I needed to step outside for a breather.

C1 During the intense workout, the coach reminded us to take a breather when needed.

C2 The mountaineer paused to take a breather and admire the stunning view from the summit.

adjective relating to or used for breathing

Example Sentences

A1 I need a breather after running around the park.

A2 Taking a breather during a long hike can help recharge your energy.

B1 After a stressful day at work, I like to take a breather by going for a walk.

B2 During a marathon, it's important to take a breather at regular intervals to avoid exhaustion.

C1 After finishing a challenging project, I took a well-deserved breather before starting the next one.

C2 Taking a breather and stepping back to assess the situation can often lead to better decision-making.

Examples of breather in a Sentence

formal After a long day of meetings, I needed to take a breather before diving into more work.

informal Let's take a breather and grab a coffee before we continue with our project.

slang I need a breather from all this drama going on in my life.

figurative Sometimes, taking a breather and stepping back can help you see things more clearly.

Grammatical Forms of breather

• past tense: breathed
• plural: breathers
• comparative: breather
• superlative: breather
• present tense: breathe
• future tense: will breathe
• perfect tense: have breathed
• continuous tense: is breathing
• singular: breather
• positive degree: breather
• infinitive: to breathe
• gerund: breathing
• participle: breathing

Origin and Evolution of breather

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'breather' originated from the Old English word 'brædan', which means to take breath or to breathe.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'breather' evolved to refer to a short pause or rest taken to catch one's breath, and later expanded to include a brief break or moment of relaxation.