Wiktionary:Word of the day/2023/August 18

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Word of the day
for August 18
recess v
  1. (transitive)
    1. To position (something) a distance behind another thing; to set back.
    2. (often architecture)
      1. To make a recess (noun sense 1 and sense 1.1) in (something).
      2. (also reflexive) Often preceded by in or into: to inset (something) into a recess or niche.
    3. (figuratively) To conceal, to hide.
    4. (chiefly US, government)
      1. To temporarily suspend (a meeting, the proceedings of an official body, etc.).
      2. (informal) To make a recess appointment in respect of (someone).
  2. (intransitive, chiefly US, government)
    1. Of a meeting, the proceedings of an official body, etc.: to adjourn, to take a break.
    2. Of an official body: to suspend proceedings for a period of time.
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