air-breath|ing

air-breath|ing
air-breath|ing «AIR BREE thihng», adjective.
1. that takes in oxygen from the atmosphere to oxidize its fuel: »

air-breathing missiles.

2. that respirates or breathes air as a natural process: »

air-breathing insects.


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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