zephyr

πŸ“– Definitions

noun

1. A wind blowing from the west.

2. A gentle breeze.

3. A soft and light garment, fabric, or yarn.

4. Anything having a soft, fine quality.

πŸ’¬ Usage Examples

β€œWhat lingers, days after you leave the cinema, is ... the zephyr of emotional intensity that blows through the film [Arrival].” Anthony Lane; Talk to Them; The New Yorker; Nov 14, 2016.
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