n 1: the exponential return of a system to equilibrium after a
disturbance [syn: relaxation behavior]
2: a state of refreshing tranquility [syn: easiness]
3: an occurrence of control or strength weakening; "the
relaxation of requirements": "the loosening of his grip";
"the slackening of the wind" [syn: loosening, slackening]
4: freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility);
"took his repose by the swimming pool" [syn: rest, ease, repose]
5: the act of making less strict [syn: liberalization, liberalisation]