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In a state of sleep
“The queen went to check on her resting husband, and Tullus left to change his wine-splashed tunic, but returned quickly.”
In a state of rest or relaxation
“Looking down at her resting husband, she felt more at ease.”
Physically lying down
“A ventilated hood is placed over the resting patient's head, and the oxygen and carbon dioxide content is analyzed over two hours.”
Placed or located on something
“He reached for a bamboo tube resting on a rack beside him and lovingly stroked its smooth, well-seasoned surface.”
(of farmland) Plowed and harrowed, but left for a period without being sown
Wanting to avoid activity or exertion
Calm or composed in manner or temperament
Not engaged in any occupation or employment
Leisurely or aimless lounging, drifting, or loafing
On leave from work, typically on a vacation
(rare) An instance or period of sleep, napping or resting
“He would wend his solitary way through the forest twenty-two miles to his Dunstable home to replenish his stock, and after a brief resting, would again renew his journey and labors.”
Leisurely drifting, loafing or resting without intent or purpose
The state of lying down
Present participle for to relax or be at ease
“I will need to rest at some stage to regain my stamina and energy.”
Present participle for to cease or cause to cease from motion or exertion
“Work hard until the end of the day. Then you can rest.”
Present participle for to place for support or steadying
“This is the kind of swanky establishment where they even have little stools for you to rest your handbag on.”
(rest on/upon) Present participle for to be based on
“Classification appears to rest upon too narrow a foundation when it is chiefly based on structure.”
Present participle for to be placed or supported so as to stay in a specified position
“The awkward way his hands would rest on the keyboard would result in many accidental clicks.”
Present participle for to remain or be left in a specified condition
“Parents can rest assured that their child will be given the best education available at this school.”
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