Definition of "relaxation" in English

noun

1. The act of relaxing or the state of being relaxed; the opposite of stress or tension; the aim of recreation and leisure activities.

2. A diminution of tone, tension, or firmness; specifically in pathology: a looseness; a diminution of the natural and healthy tone of parts.

   • relaxation of the soft palate

3. Remission or abatement of rigor.

4. Remission of attention or application.

   • relaxation of efforts

5. Unbending; recreation; a state or occupation intended to give mental or bodily relief after effort.

6. (physics) The transition of a nucleus, atom or molecule from a higher energy level to a lower one; the opposite of excitation

7. (music) The release following musical tension.