breathing
n. uncountable B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈbɹiðɪŋ// UK //bɹˈiːðɪŋ// breath·ing
n. the process of taking air into your lungs and letting it out again. You do this naturally all the time to stay alive.
n. the physiological process of inhaling and exhaling air through the lungs to facilitate gas exchange.
Deep breathing helps you feel more relaxed.
The doctor listened to the patient's breathing to check for any signs of a chest infection.
Yoga practitioners often focus on rhythmic breathing to synchronize their physical movements with their internal state, promoting both physical endurance and mental clarity.
From breathe + -ing.
Usage
Usually uncountable when referring to the general process; can be modified by adjectives like 'heavy' or 'shallow'.