breather meaning and definition

BREATHER noun

Definition of breather (noun)

1. a short respite
   • synonyms: breath, breathing place, breathing space, breathing spell, breathing time
2. 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