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re·cess
 recess
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- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
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noun |
| pronunciation: |
ri
ses
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| definition 1: |
a limited break in ongoing activity, such as courtroom proceedings or school classes.
- synonyms:
- break, intermission
- similar words:
- vacation
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| definition 2: |
an inward section in an edge or surface; hollow; alcove.
- synonyms:
- alcove, indentation
- similar words:
- hollow, niche
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| definition 3: |
(pl.) hidden places.
the recesses of her mind |
| related words: |
break, chamber, grotto, interior, interval, lapse, layoff, letup, nook, offset, pause, vacation |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| pronunciation: |
rih
ses
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| inflections: |
recesses, recessing, recessed |
| definition: |
to set back in a recess.
They recess the control panel so it won't get bumped.- similar words:
- hide, niche, offset
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| pronunciation: |
rih
ses
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| definition: |
to suspend ongoing proceedings for a limited period of time; take a recess.
- synonyms:
- adjourn, suspend
- similar words:
- intermit, interrupt, pause, prorogue, rest
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| related words: |
defer, wait |
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