resting Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb not move; be in a resting position
   rest.
   
2. verb take a short break from one's activities in order to relax
   breathe; take a breather; catch one's breath; rest.
   
3. verb give a rest to
   rest.
   
   • He rested his bad leg
   • Rest the dogs for a moment
4. verb have a place in relation to something else
   lie; rest.
   
   • The fate of Bosnia lies in the hands of the West
   • The responsibility rests with the Allies
5. verb be at rest
   rest.
   
6. verb stay the same; remain in a certain state
   remain; rest; stay.
   
   • The dress remained wet after repeated attempts to dry it
   • rest assured
   • stay alone
   • He remained unmoved by her tears
   • The bad weather continued for another week
7. verb be inherent or innate in;
   reside; repose; rest.
   
8. verb put something in a resting position, as for support or steadying
   rest.
   
   • Rest your head on my shoulder
9. verb sit, as on a branch
   perch; roost; rest.
   
   • The birds perched high in the tree
10. verb rest on or as if on a pillow
    pillow; rest.
    
    • pillow your head
11. verb be inactive, refrain from acting
    rest.
    
    • The committee is resting over the summer

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