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1.NounThe drawing of air into the lungs, accomplished in mammals by elevation of the chest walls and flattening of the diaphragm, as part of the act of breathing.
2.NounA single inward breath (intake of air).
3.NounA supernatural divine influence on the prophets, apostles, or sacred writers, by which they were qualified to communicate moral or religious truth with authority; a supernatural influence which qualifies people to receive and communicate divine truth; also, the truth communicated.
4.NounThe act or process of an elevating or stimulating influence upon the intellect, emotions or creativity."She was waiting for inspiration to write a book.; Usage notes: In this sense, it may be followed by the adposition to in relation to the person being influenced, and for or to in relation to the idea or activity:"
5.NounA person, object, or situation which quickens or stimulates an influence upon the intellect, emotions or creativity."The trip was an inspiration to her for writing a book."
6.NounA new idea, especially one which arises suddenly and is clever or creative.