1. either of the two soft, rounded parts on the front of a woman’s body that produce milk
2. the front part of a person’s or animal’s body between the neck and stomach
3. the meat from the front part of a bird, especially chicken or turkey

1. to face or move against something with determination
Usage: formal

Examples

• The mother held the baby to her breast.
• He felt a sharp pain in his breast.
• The robin has a red breast.
• I ordered the grilled chicken breast for dinner.
• The turkey breast was perfectly seasoned.
• The swimmer must breast the strong current.
• They decided to breast the hill despite the storm.
• The soldiers had to breast the enemy’s advance.