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recess

 

[ ˈriː.ses ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

school break

A period of time during the school day when students are not in classes and are free to play, relax, or socialize. Recess is an important part of the school day as it allows students to take a break, recharge, and engage in physical activity.

Synonyms

break, interval, playtime

Examples of usage

  • During recess, the children ran around the playground and played games.
  • Many students look forward to recess as a chance to unwind and have fun.
Context #2 | Noun

parliament

A temporary interruption in a parliamentary session.

Synonyms

adjournment, break, intermission

Examples of usage

  • The parliament decided to take a recess for the summer.
  • After a heated debate, the speaker called for a recess to allow tempers to cool.

Translations

Translations of the word "recess" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recreio

🇮🇳 अवकाश

🇩🇪 Pause

🇮🇩 istirahat

🇺🇦 перерва

🇵🇱 przerwa

🇯🇵 休憩 (きゅうけい)

🇫🇷 récréation

🇪🇸 recreo

🇹🇷 teneffüs

🇰🇷 휴식 (휴게)

🇸🇦 استراحة

🇨🇿 přestávka

🇸🇰 prestávka

🇨🇳 休息 (xiūxí)

🇸🇮 odmor

🇮🇸 hlé

🇰🇿 үзіліс

🇬🇪 შესვენება

🇦🇿 fasilə

🇲🇽 recreo

Etymology

The word 'recess' originated from the Latin word 'recessus', which means 'a going back, retreat'. It entered the English language in the early 16th century. The term was initially used in reference to a secluded or remote place. Over time, it evolved to also signify a break or pause in various contexts, such as school or parliamentary sessions.

See also: recessed, recessing, recession.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,337 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.