reposing

Variant of repose

transitive verb reposed, reposing

to lay or place for rest: often reflexive: to repose oneself on a bed

Origin: LME reposen < OFr reposer < LL repausare < L re-, again + LL pausare: see pose

intransitive verb

  1. to lie at rest
  2. to rest from work, travel, exercise, etc.
  3. to rest in death or a grave
  4. to lie quiet and calm
  5. to lie, rest, or be supported: shale reposing on a bed of limestone
  6. Archaic to have trust (in); rely (on or upon)

noun

  1. a reposing, or resting
    1. rest
    2. sleep
  2. peace of mind; freedom from worry or troubles
  3. calm or ease of manner; composure
  4. calm; tranquillity; peace
  5. harmony of form or color, giving an effect of tranquillity, as in painting
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