ease

ease

verb \ˈēz\

easedeas·ing

Definition of EASE

transitive verb

1

: to free from something that pains, disquiets, or burdens <eased and comforted the sick>

2

: to take away or lessen : alleviate <took an aspirin to ease the pain>

intransitive verb

: to give freedom or relief (as from pain or discomfort) <a hot bath often eases and relaxes>