Gentle winds or light air currents. Can also refer to something that is easy to do or accomplish.
From Spanish briza or Portuguese brisa, possibly from an Arabic source related to the northeast trade winds. The 'easy task' meaning developed from the effortless movement of air, suggesting something that flows naturally without resistance.
The word 'breeze' sailed into English from Spanish sailors who experienced the reliable trade winds. The metaphorical use for 'easy task' captures the effortless nature of wind - when something is 'a breeze,' it flows as naturally as air currents that move without struggle or resistance.
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