easing
Pronunciation:
/ˈiːzɪŋ/verb
Definitions
To free (something) from pain, worry, agitation, etc.
Example: He eased his conscience by confessing.
To alleviate, assuage or lessen (pain).
Example: He loosened his shoe to ease the pain.
To give respite to (someone).
Example: The provision of extra staff eased their workload.
To loosen or slacken the tension on a line.
Example: We eased the boom vang, then lowered the sail.
noun
Definitions
The act by which something is eased.