BREATHING PLACE Synonyms
There are 10 hypernyms of the phrase breathing place. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for BREATHING PLACE
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airing | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate • a short excursion (a walk or ride) in the open air • the act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air | ||||||||
haven | nounn | |||||||
noun • a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary • a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo | ||||||||
oasis | nounn | |||||||
noun • a fertile tract in a desert (where the water table approaches the surface) • a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary | ||||||||
refuge | nounn | |||||||
noun • a safe place • something or someone turned to for assistance or security • a shelter from danger or hardship • act of turning to for assistance | ||||||||
respite | nounn | |||||||
noun • a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort • a pause from doing something (as work) • an interruption in the intensity or amount of something • a pause for relaxation • the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment verb • postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution | ||||||||
retreat | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • (military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat • a place of privacy; a place affording peace and quiet • (military) a signal to begin a withdrawal from a dangerous position • (military) a bugle call signaling the lowering of the flag at sunset • an area where you can be alone • withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation • the act of withdrawing or going backward (especially to escape something hazardous or unpleasant) verb • pull back or move away or backward • move away, as for privacy • move back • make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity | ||||||||
sanctuary | nounn | |||||||
noun • a consecrated place where sacred objects are kept • a shelter from danger or hardship • area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing | ||||||||
breath | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing • the air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration • a short respite • an indirect suggestion • a slight movement of the air | ||||||||
breather | nounn | |||||||
noun • a short respite • air passage provided by a retractable device containing intake and exhaust pipes; permits a submarine to stay submerged for extended periods of time | ||||||||
breathing space | nounn | |||||||
noun • a short respite • sufficient room for easy breathing or movement | ||||||||
breathing spell | nounn | |||||||
noun • a short respite | ||||||||
breathing time | nounn | |||||||
noun • a short respite |