respiration
Translation
respiration, breathing
Examples
Her respiration was slow and steady.
Her respiration was slow and steady.
Plants use carbon dioxide during respiration.
Plants use carbon dioxide during respiration.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) the act of breathing Respiration is essential for life.
Similar Words
Synonyms: breathing
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (again) + 'spirare' (to breathe). Literally 'breathing again'.
Memory Tips
Think of 're-spir' as 'breathing again and again'. It's the scientific term for breathing.