Meaning Of The Word Respite

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respite
singular noun: A respite is a short period of rest from something unpleasant.

respite in American English
a delay or postponement; esp., postponement of the carrying out of a death sentence; reprieve
to give a respite to
noun: a delay or cessation for a time, esp. of anything distressing or trying; an interval of relief
transitive verb: to relieve temporarily, esp. from anything distressing or trying; give an interval of relief from

respite in British English
noun: a pause from exertion; interval of rest
verb: to grant a respite to; reprieve

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