slackening meaning

Definition of slackening

1. an occurrence of control or strength weakening
   • the relaxation of requirements
   • the loosening of his grip
   • the slackening of the wind

   Synonyms: relaxation, loosening

   Type of: weakening

   Kinds: thaw

   Related forms: slacken

How to pronounce slackening

slackening is pronounced /ˈslækənɪŋ/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with slackening

• blackening