breather
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbɹiðɝ// UK //bɹˈiːðɐ// breather
n. a short break from an activity to rest or catch your breath. You take a breather when you feel tired or overwhelmed by a task.
n. a brief pause for rest or relaxation during a period of exertion. Typically used with the verb 'take'.
I need to take a breather before we start the next task.
After hiking uphill for two hours, the group stopped at the summit to take a breather and enjoy the view.
The manager suggested the team take a quick breather to clear their heads before diving into the final round of negotiations.
From breathe + -er (agent noun suffix) or + -er (relational noun suffix).
Usage
Typically appears in the phrase 'take a breather'.