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The definition of a zephyr is a soft breeze, the west wind or a lightweight article of clothing.

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A light cotton dress is an example of a zephyr.
A light breeze is an example of a zephyr.

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See zephyr in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the west wind
Zephyrus
a gentle breeze
a fine, soft, lightweight yarn, cloth, or garment

Origin: ME zeferus < L zephyrus < Gr zephyros, the west wind

See zephyr in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The west wind.
A gentle breeze.
Any of various soft light fabrics, yarns, or garments.
Something that is airy, insubstantial, or passing.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English Zephirus, Zephyrus

Origin: , from Latin Zephyrus

Origin: , from Greek Zephuros

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