Relaxation (Noun)
Meaning 1
An occurrence of control or strength weakening; "the relaxation of requirements"; "the loosening of his grip"; "the slackening of the wind".
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Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- A period of relaxation in the economic boom led to a decrease in production.
- The relaxation of trade regulations between countries helped boost economic cooperation.
- Doctors warned that the relaxation of his muscles would take some time to recover from.
- The relaxation of the password policy resulted in increased cybersecurity breaches.
- The government's decision to impose stricter regulations represented a reversal of the relaxation of environmental laws enacted in previous years.
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Meaning 2
The act of making less strict.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The teacher's relaxation of the rules led to a more enjoyable learning experience for the students.
- The relaxation of visa requirements has made it easier for tourists to visit the country.
- The government's relaxation of trade regulations has boosted economic activity in the region.
- The airline's relaxation of baggage restrictions has made traveling more convenient for passengers.
- The hospital's relaxation of visitation hours has allowed families to spend more time with loved ones.
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Meaning 3
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.
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Meaning 4
A feeling of refreshing tranquility and an absence of tension or worry; "the easiness we feel when sleeping".
Classification
Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.
Examples
- A warm bath was just what I needed for relaxation after a long, stressful week.
- The soothing sound of the ocean waves provided perfect relaxation for the vacationers.
- Relaxation washed over me as I settled into the plush pillows and blankets on my bed.
- A good massage can induce deep relaxation and help melt away muscle aches.
- The gentle rocking motion of the boat brought a welcome sense of relaxation to the weary passengers.
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Meaning 5
(physiology) the gradual lengthening of inactive muscle or muscle fibers.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
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- Muscle relaxation is a complex process that involves the coordinated effort of multiple physiological systems.
- The relaxation of skeletal muscle is an active process that requires the coordinated effort of multiple cellular mechanisms.
- After intense exercise, muscle relaxation is essential to prevent muscle soreness and promote recovery.
- The relaxation of smooth muscle in blood vessels is a critical component of the regulation of blood pressure.
- In the absence of neural stimulation, muscle relaxation occurs as the muscle fibers return to their resting length.
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Meaning 6
(physics) the exponential return of a system to equilibrium after a disturbance.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The return to thermal equilibrium is characterized by an exponential relaxation time.
- Studying the relaxation process after an earthquake allows scientists to infer properties of the Earth's mantle.
- Damping ratios influence the speed and mode of vibration as well as the relaxation of complex systems.
- Magnetic resonance imaging relies on the relaxation properties of hydrogen nuclei in the human body.
- The relaxation behavior of superconductors has many implications for technological applications such as power transmission.
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Meaning 7
Freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility); "took his repose by the swimming pool".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- She spends her summer vacation in relaxation, doing nothing but reading and sleeping.
- His favorite relaxation is playing video games after a long day at work.
- After a busy week, she looks forward to relaxation on the weekend.
- The spa resort offered a variety of treatments for ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation.
- Taking a nap on the beach was the ultimate relaxation for him.