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   recess

   /rɪˈsɛs/

   noun

   • 1. a small space created by building part of a wall further back from the rest: "a table set into a recess"
   • ▪ a hollow space inside something: "the concrete block has a recess in its base" Similar alcovebaynichenookcorneringlenookhollowcavityapsetokonomatechnical:orielaumbryexedraarchaic:tabernacle
   • ▪ a remote, secluded, or secret place: "the recesses of the silent pine forest" Similar innermost parts/reachesremote/secret placesdark cornersheartinner sanctuminteriordepthsbowelsinformal:innardsrare:penetralia
   • 2. a period of time when the proceedings of a parliament, committee, court of law, or other official body are temporarily suspended: "talks resumed after a month's recess"
   • ▪ a break between school classes: North American "the mid-morning recess" Similar adjournmentbreakinterludeintervalrestintermissionrespitetemporary closuretemporary cessation of businesstime offholidayvacationinformal:breathertime out

   verb

   • 1. attach (a fitment) by setting it back into the wall or surface to which it is fixed: "the lights are going to be recessed into the ceiling"
   • 2. (of formal proceedings) be temporarily suspended: North American "the talks recessed at 2.15"
   • ▪ suspend (formal proceedings) temporarily: "the trial was recessed for the weekend"
   • ▪ (of an official body) suspend its proceedings for a period of time: "Parliament recessed for the summer on Tuesday"

   Word Origin mid 16th century (in the sense ‘withdrawal, departure’): from Latin recessus, from recedere ‘go back’ (see recede). The verb dates from the early 19th century.

   Scrabble Points: 8

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishRECESS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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4. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › recessRecess Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Sep 8, 2012 · Learn the various meanings and uses of the word recess, from a hidden place to a suspension of business. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related entries.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryRECESS | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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7. www.dictionary.com › browse › recessRECESS Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com

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   Recess can mean a temporary break from work or activity, a space or cavity in a wall or body, or a period of suspension or deferral. Learn more about the word history, usage, and related terms of recess.

8. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Recess_(TV_series)Recess (TV series) - Wikipedia

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   Recess is an American animated television series created by Paul Germain and Joe Ansolabehere (credited on marketing materials and late-series title cards as "Paul and Joe") and produced by Walt Disney Television Animation, with animation done by Grimsaem, Anivision, Plus One Animation, Sunwoo Animation, and Toon City.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishMeaning of recess – Learner’s Dictionary - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Recess can mean a time when a parliament or court is not working, a period of free time at school, or a part of a wall that is further back. Learn more about the word recess and see translations in different languages.

10. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › recessRecess - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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    Recess is a break from doing something, like work or school. Almost everyone looks forward to taking a recess — even if you don't have access to monkey bars.