Meaning of recumb in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /rɪˈkʌm/

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  1. Verb

    recumb

    Etymology

    late 17th century; earliest use found in Isaac Barrow (1630–1677), mathematician and theologian. From classical Latin recumbere to lie down, recline from re- + -cumbere to lay oneself (only attested in compounds). Compare Middle French recomber (intransitive) to extend, (reflexive) to rely or depend (on someone)

    Definitions

    1. lean in a comfortable resting position

    Examples

    • « He was reposing on the couch »

    Derived terms

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