Breathe
Breathe
Breathe (/briːð/), from the Old English brǣþan, is a verb that refers to the process of taking air into and expelling it from the lungs.
Pronunciation
The word is pronounced as /briːð/.
Etymology
The term breathe originates from the Old English brǣþan, which is linked to the Proto-Germanic *brēþaną. It is also related to the Old High German brādam and the Gothic 𐌱𐍂𐌴𐌸𐌰𐌽 (brēþan).
Definition
To breathe means to inhale and exhale air in order to obtain oxygen, which is necessary for the survival of most organisms, including humans. This process is carried out by the respiratory system, which includes organs such as the lungs and the diaphragm.
Related Terms
- Respiration: The process of inhaling oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide.
- Inhalation: The act of drawing air or other substances into the lungs.
- Exhalation: The act of expelling air from the lungs.
- Breath: The air inhaled or exhaled during breathing.
- Oxygen: A chemical element that is a crucial part of the air organisms breathe.
- Carbon Dioxide: A chemical compound that is expelled from the body during exhalation.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Breathe
- Wikipedia's article - Breathe
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