Pronunciation: /ˌrɛspəˈreɪʃən/
noun the process of breathing, which involves inhaling and exhaling air to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide in the body
A1 Breathing is a type of respiration.
A2 Animals need oxygen for respiration to occur.
B1 Regular exercise can improve your respiratory system.
B2 The process of respiration involves inhaling and exhaling.
C1 Deep breathing exercises can help improve respiratory function.
C2 Advanced studies in biology often explore the mechanisms of cellular respiration.
formal Respiration is the process by which living organisms exchange gases with their environment.
informal Breathing is a vital part of respiration for all living beings.
slang I can't run for long because my respiration is not that great.
figurative The city's respiration seemed to slow down as the sun set, signaling the end of the day.
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