respire

mastery
UK /ɹɪˈspʌɪə/ US /ɹɪˈspaɪɹ/verbnoun

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What does 'respire' mean in this sentence?

Second Day.—Hold the breath five seconds. Respire, and hold the breath ten seconds. Respire, and hold the breath fifteen seconds.