recess
Pronunciation:
/ɹɪ.ˈsɛs//ɹɪ.ˈsɛs/noun
Definitions
A break, pause or vacation.
Example: Spring recess offers a good chance to travel.
An inset, hole, space or opening.
Example: Put a generous recess behind the handle for finger space.
A time of play during the school day, usually on a playground; break, playtime.
Example: Students who do not listen in class will not play outside during recess.
A decree of the imperial diet of the old German empire.
verb
Definitions
To inset into something, or to recede.
Example: Recess the screw so it does not stick out.
To take or declare a break.
Example: Class will recess for 20 minutes.
To appoint, with a recess appointment.
To make a recess in.
Example: to recess a wall
adjective
Definitions
Remote, distant (in time or place).