zephyr — a gentle mild breeze
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a gentle mild breeze
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈzefər/
Korean meaning: 부드러운 미풍, 산들바람
Korean pronunciation: **제**퍼
Example Sentences
- The zephyr was so gentle that it couldn't even blow out a birthday candle.
- She enjoyed reading poetry under the oak tree, accompanied by a refreshing zephyr.
- The romantic movie scene needed a zephyr, not a hurricane for the couple's first kiss.
zephyr
NOUN//ˈzefər//
a gentle mild breeze
A gentle zephyr carries dandelion seeds through the meadow
A zephyr brings pepper scent to the peaceful heifer
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek zephyros, the name of the west wind in Greek mythology. The term was personified as the gentle god of the west wind in ancient Greek culture.
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📝Examples
“The zephyr was so gentle that it couldn't even blow out a birthday candle.”
“She enjoyed reading poetry under the oak tree, accompanied by a refreshing zephyr.”
“The romantic movie scene needed a zephyr, not a hurricane for the couple's first kiss.”
“The sailor waited for a zephyr to fill his sails and carry him home.”
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