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relaxation

n. uncountable
B1 Intermediate US //ˌɹiɫækˈseɪʃən// UK //ɹɪlɐksˈeɪʃən// re·lax·ation

n. the feeling of being calm and resting your body or mind. It is what you do to stop feeling stressed or tired.

n. the state of being free from tension and anxiety; a process of physical or mental rest. In technical contexts, refers to the return of a system or material to its equilibrium state after being disturbed.


SIMPLE

I listen to soft music for relaxation.

CONTEXTUAL

After a long week at the office, she finds that gardening provides the perfect relaxation.

COMPLEX

The therapist recommended progressive muscle relaxation to help the patient manage chronic stress and improve their overall sleep quality.

Synonyms
Origin

Borrowed from Latin relaxatio, relaxationis; equivalent to relax + -ation.

Usage

Uncountable when referring to the general state of being relaxed; can be countable when referring to specific techniques or exercises.

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