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   recess

   /rɪˈsɛs/

   noun

   • 1. a small space created by building part of a wall further back from the rest: "a table set into a recess"
   • ▪ a hollow space inside something: "the concrete block has a recess in its base" Similar alcovebaynichenookcorneringlenookhollowcavityapsetokonomatechnical:orielaumbryexedraarchaic:tabernacle
   • ▪ a remote, secluded, or secret place: "the recesses of the silent pine forest" Similar innermost parts/reachesremote/secret placesdark cornersheartinner sanctuminteriordepthsbowelsinformal:innardsrare:penetralia
   • 2. a period of time when the proceedings of a parliament, committee, court of law, or other official body are temporarily suspended: "talks resumed after a month's recess"
   • ▪ a break between school classes: North American "the mid-morning recess" Similar adjournmentbreakinterludeintervalrestintermissionrespitetemporary closuretemporary cessation of businesstime offholidayvacationinformal:breathertime out

   verb

   • 1. attach (a fitment) by setting it back into the wall or surface to which it is fixed: "the lights are going to be recessed into the ceiling"
   • 2. (of formal proceedings) be temporarily suspended: North American "the talks recessed at 2.15"
   • ▪ suspend (formal proceedings) temporarily: "the trial was recessed for the weekend"
   • ▪ (of an official body) suspend its proceedings for a period of time: "Parliament recessed for the summer on Tuesday"

   Word Origin mid 16th century (in the sense ‘withdrawal, departure’): from Latin recessus, from recedere ‘go back’ (see recede). The verb dates from the early 19th century.

   Scrabble Points: 8

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishRECESS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Recess can mean a pause, a space, or a secret place. Learn how to use this word in different contexts with examples from the Cambridge Dictionary.

   • English (US)

     a period of time in which an organized activity such as...

   • Znaczenie Recess, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

     recess definicja: 1. a period of time in the year when the...

   • Recessionary

     RECESSIONARY definition: 1. relating to or caused by an...

   • Recess: Czech Translation

     recess - translate into Czech with the English-Czech...

   • Recess Turkish Translation

     RECESS translate: meclis tatili, adlî tatil; mola; ara,...

   • Recess Spanish Translation

     RECESS translate: receso, suspensión de actividades, recreo,...

   • Recess: Polish Translation

     RECESS translate: przerwa, przerwa, wnęka, alkowa, wnęka,...

   • Recess: Danish Translation

     recess - translate into Danish with the English-Danish...

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › recessRecess Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Learn the various meanings and uses of the word recess, from a hidden place to a suspension of business. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related entries.

4. www.dictionary.com › browse › recessRECESS Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   noun. temporary withdrawal or cessation from the usual work or activity. Synonyms: vacation, break, rest, respite. a period of such withdrawal. a receding recede part or space, as a bay or alcove in a room. an indentation in a line or extent of coast, hills, forest, etc.

5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › recessRecess - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Recess is a break from doing something, like work or school. Almost everyone looks forward to taking a recess — even if you don't have access to monkey bars.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryRECESS | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   Recess can mean a pause in an activity, a space in a room, or a secret place. Learn how to use recess in different contexts with examples and translations in various languages.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishRECESS definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of recess as a noun and a verb, with synonyms and usage examples. Find out how recess can refer to a break, a space, a cavity, or a part of something.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › recessRecess - definition of recess by The Free Dictionary

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   Recess can mean a temporary cessation of activities, a period of relaxation at school, a secluded place, or an indentation. Learn more about the word's usage, synonyms, and related terms from various dictionaries and sources.