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English to English noun
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the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues during which energy is released and carbon dioxide is produced and absorbed by the blood to be transported to the lungs |  | source: wordnet30
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a single complete act of breathing in and out |  | Example: thirty respirations per minute
source: wordnet30
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the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation |  | source: wordnet30
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The act of respiring or breathing again, or catching one's breath. |  | source: webster1913
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