reclining

• Nom désignant l'action ou l'état de s'incliner en arrière, de s'allonger ou de se reposer dans une position détendue, horizontale ou semi-horizontale.

A noun referring to the act or state of leaning back, lying down, or resting in a relaxed, horizontal or semi-horizontal position.

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1. Act of leaning backB2formal

   The act of assuming or maintaining a position where the body is tilted back, often for rest or relaxation.

   Action de se pencher en arrière

   • Reclining in a comfortable chair helps reduce back pain.
   • The patient's reclining was necessary for the medical examination.
   • She prefers reclining while reading to avoid neck strain.

• Verbe désignant l'action de s'incliner ou de se pencher en arrière dans une position détendue, souvent avec un appui pour le dos.

A verb used to indicate the act of leaning or lying back in a relaxed position, often with the back supported.

1. Lean backB1formal

   To move the upper part of the body backwards and down, often into a resting position.

   se pencher en arrière

   • She reclined in her chair after a long day.
   • He reclined on the sofa to watch television.
   • The patient was asked to recline during the examination.

   Synonymeslean backlollloungereposestretch out

   Antonymessitstandstraightenupright

2. Adjust to a sloping positionB1formal

   To cause something, such as a seat or chair, to move into a sloping or tilted position.

   Incliner (un siège) en arrière

   • He reclined his seat to get more comfortable on the flight.
   • She reclined the back of the chair to take a nap.
   • The driver reclined the driver's seat slightly.

   Synonymesinclinelean backslanttilt

3. Rest comfortablyB1formal

   To lean or lie back in a comfortable, relaxed position.

   s'allonger confortablement

   • They reclined on the grass and looked at the stars.
   • He reclined against the pillows while reading.
   • She reclined in the hammock, enjoying the afternoon breeze.

   Synonymeslean backlie downlollloungereposerestsprawl