rest

US /rɛst/

UK /rest/

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noun

  • Time when one relaxes, sleeps, or is inactive
  • State in which there is a lack of motion
  • Part of something remaining after some was used

verb

  • To stop working or avoid activity to recover
  • (Of dead person) to lie in a grave
  • To lean, support or place something against
  • To not be tired because you had enough sleep

Examples

At rest

The decision ulitmately rests with the council.