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Meaning of rest



Definitions of rest

1. [n] - a state of inaction

2. [n] - euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb)

3. [n] - a musical notation indicating a silence of a specified duration

4. [n] - a support on which things can be put

5. [n] - freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility)

6. [v] - be inherent or innate in

7. [v] - be inactive, refrain from acting

8. [v] - put something in a resting position, as for support or steadying

9. [v] - not move

10. [v] - give a rest to

11. [v] - take a short breath

12. [v] - be at rest

 

Quotes - Example use of the word rest

1. took his repose by the swimming pool

2. the gun was steadied on a special rest

3. she was laid to rest beside her husband

4. they had to put their family pet to sleep

5. a body will continue in a state of rest until acted upon

6. He rested his bad leg

7. Rest the dogs for a moment

8. be in a resting position

9. Rest your head on my shoulder

10. The committee is resting over the summer

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rest Synonyms

repose

reside

take a breather

catch one's breath

breathe

repose

quietus

eternal sleep

sleep

eternal rest

relaxation

repose

ease

 

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