01 n. The west wind; poetically, any soft, gentle breeze.
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The west wind; poetically, any soft, gentle breeze.“As gentle As zephyrs blowing below the violet.” — Shak.
Phrases & compounds
Zephyr cloth —
a thin kind of cassimere made in Belgium; also, a waterproof fabric of wool.
Zephyr shawl —
a kind of thin, light, embroidered shawl made of worsted and cotton.
Zephyr yarn —
a fine, soft kind of yarn or worsted, -- used for knitting and embroidery.