Breeze
/briːz/
Definitions
2 meaningsA gentle wind; a light, refreshing current of air.
/briːz/
A gentle wind.
The summer breeze was cool and refreshing.
💡 Simply: A soft wind.
More Examples
A light breeze rustled the leaves.
How It's Used
"A gentle breeze blew through the trees."
To move or proceed easily and swiftly.
/briːz/
To move or progress easily.
He breezed through the interview.
💡 Simply: To go smoothly and quickly.
More Examples
They breezed through their work.
How It's Used
"She breezed through the exam."
Idioms & expressions
catch a breeze
To experience a refreshing wind.
"Let's go outside and catch a breeze."
From Middle English *bresen, from Old English *brēsan, meaning 'to burn'. The modern meaning evolved from a light, refreshing wind, possibly connecting to the sensation of a gentle burn or warmth.
While the word 'breeze' has ancient roots, its current meaning as a gentle wind solidified over time.
Memory tip
Think of a gentle 'brushing' of air.
Word Origin
"to burn; to blaze"