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breather

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: breather

1
 n
air passage provided by a retractable device containing intake and exhaust pipes; permits a submarine to stay submerged for extended periods of time
2
 n
a short respite
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: breather
1

n air passage provided by a retractable device containing intake and exhaust pipes; permits a submarine to stay submerged for extended periods of time

Synonyms:
schnorchel, schnorkel, snorkel, snorkel breather
Type of:
air duct, air passage, airway
a duct that provides ventilation (as in mines)
2

n a short respite

Synonyms:
breath, breathing place, breathing space, breathing spell, breathing time
Type of:
relief, respite, rest, rest period
a pause for relaxation
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