ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Breathy

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈbɹɛθi/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Breathy is an adjective meaning Accompanied by audible breathing.

Meaning

Accompanied by audible breathing.

Example Sentences

She had cold sores on her upper lip which made her mouth look swollen and ugly. But from a distance it was not noticeable – like the spit and breathy sounds.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include phonation, breathful, breathsome, breathlike, shortbreathed, short-winded.

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