Definition of recess
(Entry 1 of 2)
2
: a hidden, secret, or secluded place or part
3a
: indentation, cleft
a deep recess in the hill
b
: alcove
a recess lined with books
4
: a suspension of business or procedure often for rest or relaxation
children playing at recess
recess
verb
recessed; recessing; recesses
Definition of recess (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to put into a recess
recessed lighting
2
: to make a recess in
3
: to interrupt for a recess
: to take a recess
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The first known use of recess was in 1531
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