Pronunciation: /maʊθ ˈbriːðɪŋ/
noun a person who breathes through their mouth, often due to congestion or other breathing difficulties
A1 My brother has a habit of mouth-breathing when he sleeps.
A2 Some people find it difficult to stop mouth-breathing when they have a stuffy nose.
B1 Mouth-breathing can lead to dry mouth and throat irritation.
B2 Athletes often practice breathing techniques to avoid mouth-breathing during intense physical activity.
C1 Chronic mouth-breathing can have negative effects on overall health if left untreated.
C2 Individuals with allergies or sinus issues may resort to mouth-breathing as a temporary solution for better airflow.
adjective describing the act of breathing through the mouth rather than the nose
A1 He is a mouth-breathing child.
A2 The doctor diagnosed him with a mouth-breathing condition.
B1 Some people have difficulty breathing through their nose and resort to mouth-breathing.
B2 The athlete's performance was affected by his mouth-breathing habit during the race.
C1 The scientist conducted a study on the effects of chronic mouth-breathing on overall health.
C2 The speaker's constant mouth-breathing distracted the audience during the presentation.
formal The doctor explained that chronic mouth-breathing can lead to various health issues.
informal My friend always gets teased for his loud mouth-breathing during exercise.
slang Stop being a mouth-breathing weirdo and just breathe through your nose like a normal person.
figurative His constant complaints about the project were like a form of mental mouth-breathing, draining the energy of the entire team.
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