relax

re·lax

vt \ri-ˈlaks\

Definition of RELAX

1

: to slacken or make less tense or rigid <alternately contracting and relaxing their muscles>

2

: to relieve from nervous tension

3

: to relieve from constipation <medications to relax the bowels>

intransitive verb

1

of a muscle or muscle fiber : to return to an inactive or resting state; especially : to become inactive and lengthen

2

: to cast off social restraint, nervous tension, or anxiety <couldn't relax in crowds>