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We have found multiple words aspiration. Choose the one you are looking for and click on the link in its Dictionary entry column to see its detailed etymology.

Dictionary entry Language Definition
aspiration English (Noun) The act of aspiring or ardently desiring; an ardent wish or desire, chiefly after what is elevated or spiritual (with common adjunct adpositions being to and of).The act of aspiring or ardently desiring; an ardent wish or desire, chiefly after what is elevated or spiritual (with common adjunct adpositions being to and of).
aspiration English (Noun) (phonetics) A burst of air that follows the release of some consonants.. The action of aspirating.(phonetics) A burst of air that follows the release of some consonants.. The action of aspirating.

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