01 n. The act of aspirating; the pronunciation of a letter with a full or strong emission of breath; an aspirated sound.
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The act of aspirating; the pronunciation of a letter with a full or strong emission of breath; an aspirated sound.“If aspiration be defined to be an impetus of breathing.” — Wilkins.
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The act of breathing; a breath; an inspiration.
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The act of aspiring of a ardently desiring; strong wish; high desire.“Vague aspiration after military renown.” — Prescott.