Aspiration
Pronunciation : As`pi*ra"tion
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [L. aspiratio, fr. aspirare: cf. F. aspiration.]
Definition : 1. The act of aspirating; the pronunciation of a letter with a full or strong emission of breath; an aspirated sound. If aspiration be defined to be an impetus of breathing. Wilkins.
2. The act of breathing; a breath; an inspiration.
3. The act of aspiring of a ardently desiring; strong wish; high desire. "Aspirations after virtue." Johnson. Vague aspiration after military renown. Prescott.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913