reclining

CEFRB2

/rɪˈklaɪnɪŋ/

adjective · noun

Türkçe translations

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Leaning or lying back in a relaxed position.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Bending away from the perpendicular; recumbent.

Examples

  • He relaxed on a comfortable reclining chair by the pool.

  • He spent all afternoon reclining in a comfortable chair by the pool.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
2
Citations
1

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. present participle and gerund of recline

  2. Capable of being reclined, or moved into a more horizontal position.

noun

Extra meaning

  1. The act of one who reclines.

More examples

In context

  • The seat has a reclining back that is perfect for long flights.

  • a reclining armchair

  • Mr. Disbrowe was reclining on a well-worn horsehair-covered sofa, his frequent reclinings on which piece of furniture had stamped a deep and quite ineffaceable impression of his weighty form upon the cushion.

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