repose

名詞

UK/rɪˈpəʊz/
US/rɪˈpoʊz/

定義 repose 名詞

  1. Uncountable

    the state of being at rest or in a state of inactivity

    • Her face looked exceptionally serene in repose.

    • The statue showed an elegance in repose.

    • After a long day, he longed for a moment of repose.

動詞

UK/rɪˈpəʊz/
US/rɪˈpoʊz/

定義 repose 動詞

  1. IntransitiveVerb + adv/prep

    to be in a state of rest or inactivity; to lie down

    • She enjoys reposing on the hammock in the afternoon.

    • After their arduous journey, they reposed at the inn.

    • The cat likes to repose in the sun.

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