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How to pronounce rest
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What does rest mean?
nounRelief from work or activity by sleeping; sleep.
“The sun sets, and the workers go to their rest.”
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.”
Peace; freedom from worry, anxiety, annoyances; tranquility.
“It was nice to have a rest from the phone ringing when I unplugged it for a while.”
verbTo cease from action, motion, work, or performance of any kind; stop; desist; be without motion.
“My day's work is over; now I will rest.”
To come to a pause or an end; end.
To be free from that which harasses or disturbs; be quiet or still; be undisturbed.
“There rest, if any rest can harbour there.”
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