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Synonyms & Similar Words
breathe in
draw in
suck in
take in
inspire
inhale deeply
gasp
gulp
sniff
snuff
respire
intake
ingest
absorb
assimilate
consume
devour
swallow
gulp down
drink in
savor
relish
breathe deeply
take a breath
draw a breath
Meaning of Inhale
The primary meaning of the word "inhale" is to breathe in or draw air into the lungs.
Definitions
- To draw air into the lungs, typically through the nose or mouth
- * To take in or absorb something, such as a gas, a smell, or an idea
Etymology of Inhale
The word "inhale" comes from the Latin words "in" meaning "into" and "halare" meaning "to breathe"
Historically, the word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of breathing in or drawing air into the lungs
Example Uses
- She inhaled deeply, feeling the cool air fill her lungs
- * The fire inhales oxygen, causing it to spread quickly
- * The crowd inhaled the music, singing along to every song