Definitions for: Relaxation

[n] the act of making less strict
[n] a method of solving simultaneous equations by guessing a solution and then reducing the errors that result by successive approximations until all the errors are less than some specified amount
[n] freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility); "took his repose by the swimming pool"
[n] an occurrence of control or strength weakening; "the relaxation of requirements"; "the loosening of his grip"; "the slackening of the wind"
[n] a state of refreshing tranquility
[n] (physics) the exponential return of a system to equilibrium after a disturbance
[n] (physiology) the gradual lengthening of inactive muscle or muscle fibers

Webster (1913) Definition: Re`lax*a"tion (r?`l?ks-?"sh?n;277), n. [L.
relaxatio; cf. F. relaxation.]
1. The act or process of relaxing, or the state of being
relaxed; as, relaxation of the muscles; relaxation of a
law.

2. Remission from attention and effort; indulgence in
recreation, diversion, or amusement. ``Hours of careless
relaxation.'' --Macaulay.

Synonyms: ease, easiness, liberalisation, liberalization, loosening, relaxation behavior, relaxation method, repose, rest, slackening

See Also: alleviation, bedrest, dormancy, dreaminess, easement, easing, exponential decay, exponential return, growth, inactivity, increase, increment, languor, leisure, lie-in, mathematical operation, mathematical process, operation, quiescence, quiescency, quietness, quietude, relief, sleeping, tranquility, tranquillity, weakening

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