relaxation

noun

re·lax·a·tion | \ ˌrē-ˌlak-ˈsā-shən

, ri-ˌlak-, especially British ˌre-lək-\

Definition of relaxation

1 : the act of relaxing or state of being relaxed

2 : a relaxing or recreative state, activity, or pastime : diversion

3 : the lengthening that characterizes inactive muscle fibers or muscles

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Examples of relaxation in a Sentence

I like to play the guitar for relaxation. What I need is some rest and relaxation.

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For over thirty years, the Kallens enjoyed rest and relaxation at their vacation home in Townshend, Vermont, and on the nearby ski trails. — courant.com, "Polly Kallen," 18 Aug. 2019 Enjoy some rest and relaxation and get caught up with all your friends. — Tribune Content Agency, oregonlive.com, "Horoscope for Aug. 17, 2019: Aries, not a good time for risky endeavors; Libra, don’t be mislead by wishful thinking," 17 Aug. 2019 When the 2018-19 season wraps up with the Tour Championship in Atlanta two weeks from now, expect many of the top players to carve out time for some good old rest and relaxation. — Mitchell Gladstone, SI.com, "The Pros and Cons of the New PGA Tour Schedule," 7 Aug. 2019 Pfeffer, the organizational psychologist, highlighted the importance of rest and relaxation. — Megan Cerullo, CBS News, "Most Amercans check in at work even while on vacation, LinkedIn survey shows," 10 July 2019 Now having a few days of rest and relaxation takes a lot more planning on my end. — Glamour, "If You’re Going on a Beach Vacation, These Are the 6 Pieces You Should Bring," 19 Apr. 2019 In The Afternoon Get some R&R;: After an active day of hiking the Hollywood hills, return to the LINE hotel for some rest and relaxation. — Eileen Reslen, ELLE Decor, "Staycation At The LINE Hotel In Los Angeles Without Venturing More Than 30 Minutes Away," 5 Jan. 2018 Seek relaxation and some distance from what could be an aggravating situation. — BostonGlobe.com, "Horoscope," 24 Aug. 2019 That typified the relaxation and confidence of a Cubs team that had blown three ninth-inning leads last week, including a four-run margin Thursday in Philadelphia. — Mark Gonzales, chicagotribune.com, "Cubs put on a show for the Little Leaguers in a 7-1 win over the Pirates to take their first road series in 3 months," 18 Aug. 2019

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relaxation

noun

English Language Learners Definition of relaxation

: a way to rest and enjoy yourself

: time that you spend resting and enjoying yourself

: something that you do to stop feeling nervous, worried, etc.

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relaxation

noun

re·lax·a·tion | \ ˌrē-ˌlak-ˈsā-shən

Kids Definition of relaxation

1 : the act or fact of being or becoming rested, calm, or less tense or severe relaxation of rules a vacation of fun and relaxation

2 : a way of becoming rested or calm and free from stress I listen to music for relaxation.

relaxation

noun

re·lax·a·tion | \ ˌrē-ˌlak-ˈsā-shən, ri-ˌlak-, especially British ˌrel-ək-\

Medical Definition of relaxation

1 : the act of relaxing or state of being relaxed maximal abdominal relaxation was not evident until at least five minutes after the injection — Lancet

2 : the reduction of contractile force in a muscle or muscle fiber especially : the lengthening that typically characterizes inactive muscles or muscle fibers