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noun

Breather n.

One who breathes. Hence:

(a)

One who lives.

(b)

One who utters.

(c)

One who animates or inspires.

That which puts one out of breath, as violent exercise. (Colloq.)

A pause to catch one's breath, or for some other form of rest or refreshment; often used in the phrase to take a breather, i.e. to pause for refreshment. (Colloq.)

A vent in a container to allow equalization of internal and external pressure.

An air intake pipe to provide air to machinery or people submerged or otherwise sealed off from the outside.

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Etymology of 'Breather'

Collaborative International Dictionary of English 0.48

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"Breather" Quotes from Famous Books

... opponents were very softspoken and polite to each other. "Is there any small vow of which I may relieve you?" "Would you desire to attempt some small deed of arms upon me?" And in the midst of a fight they would stop for a breather, and converse amicably the while, with many compliments upon each other's prowess. When Seaton the Scotsman had exchanged as many blows as he wished with a company of French knights, he said, "Thank you, gentlemen, thank you!" and galloped away. An English knight made a vow, "for his own ...

— Through the Magic Door • Arthur Conan Doyle

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