repose
3re·pose
verbre·posedre·pos·ing
Definition of REPOSE
transitive verb
1
archaic : to put away or set down : deposit
2
a : to place (as confidence or trust) in someone or something b : to place for control, management, or use
Origin of REPOSE
Middle English, to replace, from Latin reponere (perfect indicative reposui)
First Known Use: 15th century
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