circular breathing

noun

Meaning

A particular breathing technique: it involves inhaling via the nose while pushing air, that was stored in the cheeks, out through the lips, so allows for continuous playing of a wind instrument.

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Related words

mouthbreathing(English)stagger breathing(English)buccal pumping(English)insufflation(English)nose flute(English)snap inhale(English)catch-breath(English)breathful(English)

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