relaxation
UK/.ri:læk'seiʃәn/US
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Definitions
n.
The state of being free from tension; rest and recreation
放松，休息，消遣
n.
The act of making a rule or control less strict
（规定、控制的）放宽，松弛
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedrelax + -ation (act/state) = 'the act or state of loosening back.' It names what relax does — either the personal sense (rest, leisure: a weekend of relaxation) or the rule sense (the relaxation of restrictions).
Root lax still carries 6 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.relaxation techniques放松技巧
- 2.rest and relaxation休息与放松
- 3.muscle relaxation肌肉放松
- 4.relaxation of rules规定的放宽
Example Sentences
- 1.
She practices yoga for relaxation and stress relief.
- 2.
Reading is my favorite form of relaxation.
- 3.
The relaxation of travel restrictions boosted tourism.