repose
repose1 definition
re·pose (ri pōz′)
transitive verb reposed -·posed′, reposing -·pos′·ing
to lay or place for rest: often reflexive to repose oneself on a bed
Etymology: LME reposen < OFr reposer < LL repausare < L re-, again + LL pausare: see pose
intransitive verb
- to lie at rest
- to rest from work, travel, exercise, etc.
- to rest in death or a grave
- to lie quiet and calm
- to lie, rest, or be supported shale reposing on a bed of limestone
- Archaic to have trust (in); rely (on or upon)
noun
- a reposing, or resting
- rest
- sleep
- peace of mind; freedom from worry or troubles
- calm or ease of manner; composure
- calm; tranquillity; peace
- harmony of form or color, giving an effect of tranquillity, as in painting
repose2 definition
re·pose (ri pōz′)
transitive verb reposed -·posed′, reposing -·pos′·ing
- Rare to place; put
- to place (trust, confidence, etc.) in someone
- to place (power, management, etc.) in the control of some person or group
Etymology: ME reposen < L repositus: see repository
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