late 14c., "to make (something) less compact or dense," from Old French relaschier "set free; soften; reduce" (14c.), from Latin relaxare "relax, loosen, open, stretch out, widen again; make loose," from re- "back" (see re-) + laxare "loosen," from laxus "loose" (see lax). Of persons, "to become less formal," from 1837. Meaning "decrease tension" is from early 15c.; intransitive sense of "to become less tense" is recorded from 1935. Related: Relaxed; relaxing.
双语例句
1. Massage is used to relax muscles, relieve stress and improve the circulation.
按摩可以使肌肉放松，缓解压力和促进血液循环。
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2. How much can the President relax his grip over the nation?
总统可以对国家的控制放松到什么样的程度？
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3. Relax as much as possible and keep breathing steadily.
尽量放松，保持平稳呼吸。
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4. There'll be ample opportunity to relax, swim and soak up some sun.
将会有充足的机会去放松、游泳和晒太阳。
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5. Relax, smile; loosen up in mind and body and behaviour.