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Rest

/ɹɛst/

Rest is a noun with 2 senses listed below, each with examples where available, plus synonyms and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. (of a person or animal) Relief from work or activity by sleeping; sleep.
    “I need to get a good rest tonight; I was up late last night.”
  2. Any relief from exertion; a state of quiet and relaxation.
    “We took a rest at the top of the hill to get our breath back.”

Definitions from the Free Dictionary API

Synonyms sleep slumber break repose time off cradle
Antonyms activity motion

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