resting
Americanadjective
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that rests; not active.
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Botany. dormant: applied especially to spores or seeds that germinate after a period of dormancy.
adjective
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not moving or working; at rest
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euphemistic (of an actor) out of work
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(esp of plant spores) undergoing a period of dormancy before germination
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(of cells) not undergoing mitosis
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of resting
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at rest 1, -ing 2
Example Sentences
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As of Saturday, he was “eating, drinking and resting comfortably at the shelter” and was seen by veterinarians.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026
A cemetery is more than a resting place.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
Since his operation, the pope has been resting and gradually resuming his work.
From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026
Now resting on the seabed between two islands, it is apparent the ship likely sought refuge in the lee waters during a storm.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 26, 2026
His head is resting on her shoulder, and her head is leaned on his.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
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