rest
/rɛst/The state of not moving or being active; a period of relaxation or sleep
After a long day, I need some rest.
After a long day, I need to relax.
Can refer to physical, mental, or emotional relaxation.
The remaining part or amount of something
The rest of the team will arrive tomorrow.
The remaining members of the team will arrive tomorrow.
Often used with 'the' to refer to the remaining portion.
To cease work or activity; to relax or sleep
She decided to rest for a few hours.
She decided to take a break for a few hours.
Can be used transitively (e.g., 'rest your eyes') or intransitively.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'Rest' as a noun can refer to relaxation or the remaining part of something. As a verb, it means to stop working or to relax.
⚡Gold Rule
Prepositional Use
When 'rest' is used as a verb, it is often followed by 'on' (e.g., 'rest on the bed') or 'in' (e.g., 'rest in peace').
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'reste,' from Old French 'reste,' from Latin 'restare' (to remain).
📝Usage Notes
As a verb, 'rest' can be followed by prepositions like 'on' (e.g., 'rest on the couch') or 'in' (e.g., 'rest in peace').