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Meaning of breathe a word | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

To divulge even part of a secret (usually used with a negative).

Equivalents

Deutsch ein Wort verlieren

Français ne souffler mot

தமிழ் மூச்சுவிடு

Examples

“I warn ⟳ you not to breathe ⟳ a word of this to anyone, or else!”

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

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See also

breathe again breathe back to life breathe down someone's neck breathe easy breathe freely breathe in

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