■ verb
1》 take air into the lungs and then expel it as a regular physiological process.
↘(of a plant or invertebrate animal) respire or exchange gases.
2》 say with quiet intensity.
3》 give an impression of: the room ~d an air of efficiency.
4》 (of wine) be exposed to fresh air.
5》 (of material or soil) admit or emit air or moisture.
Phrases
~ ( freely ) again relax after being frightened or tense.
~ down someone's neck follow closely behind.
↘constantly check up on someone.
~ one's last die.
~ ( new ) life into reinvigorate.
not ~ a word remain silent about something secret.
Origin
ME (in the sense 'exhale, steam'): from breath .