recline (Meaning)
recline (v)
move the upper body backwards and down
cause to recline
lean in a comfortable resting position
recline (v. t.)
To cause or permit to lean, incline, rest, etc.; to place in a recumbent position; as, to recline the head on the hand.
Having a reclining posture; leaning; reclining.
recline (v. i.)
To lean or incline; as, to recline against a wall.
To assume, or to be in, a recumbent position; as, to recline on a couch.
Synonyms & Antonyms of recline
recline Sentence Examples
- The passengers reclined their seats on the long-haul flight to maximize their comfort.
- She stretched out on the lounge chair and reclined her head back, enjoying the warm sun and gentle breeze.
- With a weary body, he reclined on the couch and closed his eyes for a brief nap.
- The dentist tilted the chair back and asked the patient to recline for the examination.
- The theater seats were equipped with a recline feature, providing a more comfortable viewing experience.
- After dinner, the guests reclined on the patio cushions and enjoyed the starry night sky.
- He reclined in his office chair and stared out the window, contemplating his next move.
- The therapist asked the client to recline on the massage table and close their eyes for relaxation.
- The reclining armchair was the perfect spot for reading a book or watching a movie.
- He reclined the hospital bed to make it more comfortable for his postoperative recovery.
FAQs About the word recline
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The passengers reclined their seats on the long-haul flight to maximize their comfort.
She stretched out on the lounge chair and reclined her head back, enjoying the warm sun and gentle breeze.
With a weary body, he reclined on the couch and closed his eyes for a brief nap.
The dentist tilted the chair back and asked the patient to recline for the examination.
