reposing

Meanings

• Verb

  To rest or lie down, especially in a comfortable or recumbent position.

  - "After a long day of work, I like to repose on the couch with a good book."
  - "The injured bird was unable to fly and had to repose in the safety of the nest."

• Verb

  To place or keep (something) in a resting or stationary position.

  - "The sculptor carefully reposed the marble figure on its pedestal."
  - "The curator reposed the precious vase in a glass case to protect it from damage."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with reposing
dozes , poses , proses , oesophagus , apotheses

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Variants

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repose , reposed , reposes , reposing

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'reponere' which means 'to place again' or 'to put back'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'repose' comes from the Latin word 'reponere', which also means 'to put right' or 'to set right'.

2. In heraldry, a repose is a posture in which a figure is depicted lying down with its head supported by its hand or elbow.

3. The term 'repose' is often used in the context of art and sculpture to describe a figure or scene that is calm and peaceful.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rest: The state of being free from activity or work, often accompanied by physical comfort and relaxation.

2. Recreation: Activities that are enjoyable and relaxing, often done in one's free time.

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Culture

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In literature, the concept of repose is often used to describe a peaceful and restful scene or state of mind. In art, the image of a person or figure in a reposeful position is common in both painting and sculpture. In music, a reposeful piece is one that is calm and soothing.

How to Memorize "reposing"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person lying down on a comfortable couch, with their arms and legs spread out and their eyes closed. Visualize the feeling of relaxation and peace that comes with this position.
   - Visualize a statue or sculpture of a figure in a reposeful position, with their body at ease and their face serene.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'repose' with the feeling of relaxation and peace. Think of a peaceful scene or situation when you hear the word.
   - Associate the word with the image of a comfortable and restful position.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Relax, Repose, Rejuvenate' to remember the meaning of the word. Relax means to let go of stress, Repose means to rest or lie down, and Rejuvenate means to renew or refresh.
   - Use the phrase 'Resting in peace' to remember the meaning of the word.

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