cooldown

American  

[kool-doun] / ˈkulˌdaʊn /

Or cool-down

noun

1. a period of low-impact or slower exercise following a more intense workout to allow the body to gradually return to its normal physiological level.

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verb phrase

1. to bring the body back to its normal physiological level after fast, vigorous exercise or activity by gradually slowing the pace of activity or by doing gentle exercises or stretches.

Etymology

Origin of cooldown

First recorded in 1910–15; cool ( def. ) (in the verb sense “to make or become cool” + down ¹ ( def. ) (in the adverb sense “from a higher to a lower state”); the noun is derived from the verb phrase

Example Sentences

That’s a cooldown from the 0.5% monthly pace in December, but still a relatively firm monthly print.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

U.S. natural gas ended the day and the week lower amid market uncertainty that an expected cooldown in late January weather will keep the supply surplus from growing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

There are a few reasons for that cooldown, chief among them that the Cybertruck ended up being much more expensive than originally planned.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 29, 2025

Although forecasters say a gradual cooldown should begin by early next week, temperatures will remain elevated — possibly through the rest of the month.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2025

It’s a nice cooldown for Sherlock and for me.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen