Zephyr

Pronunciation: /ˈzɛfər/

Definitions of zephyr

noun A soft, gentle breeze

Example Sentences

A1 The gentle zephyr rustled the leaves on the trees.

A2 The zephyr carried the sweet scent of flowers through the garden.

B1 We enjoyed a picnic in the park, feeling the cool zephyr on our faces.

B2 Sailing on the open sea, we were guided by the steady zephyr blowing from the west.

C1 The zephyr of change swept through the organization, bringing new ideas and perspectives.

C2 As the sun set, we sat on the beach, listening to the soft zephyr whispering through the palm trees.

Examples of zephyr in a Sentence

formal The gentle zephyr carried the scent of blooming flowers through the garden.

informal We sat outside enjoying the cool zephyr on a hot summer day.

slang I love cruising with the windows down, feeling the zephyr in my hair.

figurative Her words were like a zephyr, light and refreshing amidst the chaos.

Grammatical Forms of zephyr

• plural: zephyrs
• comparative: more zephyr
• superlative: most zephyr
• present tense: zephyrs
• future tense: will zephyr
• perfect tense: have zephyred
• continuous tense: is zephyring
• singular: zephyr
• positive degree: zephyr
• infinitive: to zephyr
• gerund: zephyring
• participle: zephyred

Origin and Evolution of zephyr

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'zephyr' originates from the Greek god Zephyrus, the god of the west wind.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'zephyr' has come to represent a gentle, mild breeze or a light wind, symbolizing something delicate or refreshing.