relaxation

relaxation definition - medical

re·lax·a·tion (rēˌlăk-sāˈshən)

noun
  1. The act of relaxing or the state of being relaxed.
  2. Refreshment of body or mind.
  3. A loosening or slackening.
  4. The lengthening of inactive muscle or muscle fibers.

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