rest
Pronunciation
Verb
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Quick answer
To stop working or moving in order to relax and recover energy.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
"Rest" is also a noun meaning the remaining part of something, as in "the rest of the day," a second common sense worth knowing.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "After the long hike, they sat down to _____ by the river."
Answer: rest
In your own words, what does "rest" mean?
To stop working or moving in order to relax and recover energy.
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