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Definition relax in British English

relax verb

verb
/rɪˈlæks/

▪ constraint, control, regulation, restriction, rule

1

to rest and allow yourself to become calm

Example

Just sit down and try to relax for half an hour.

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2

to make your muscles or a part of your body feel less tight and more comfortable

Example

Relax your stomach muscles; then repeat the exercise.

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2.1

to become less tight and more comfortable

Example

I felt my shoulders relax a little.

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3

to make rules, controls, conditions etc less strict

Example

Some firms have relaxed their restrictions on unpaid leave.

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Definition relax in British English