at rest

Related to word: rest

Pharse

Definition

  1. Not engaged in any physical activity or movement; in a state of inactivity or repose.

    • The study measured heart rates both after exercise and at rest.

    • After a long day at work, I like to sit at rest on the couch.

    • The doctor checked her heart rate at rest to assess her overall health.

  2. A euphemistic expression used to indicate that someone has died; to be at peace after death.

    • It is a comfort to know that after battling her illness for years, she is now at rest.

    • Despite the challenges he faced in life, we believe he is now at rest.

    • Her grandmother lived a full life and can now be at rest.