CEFR B2

reposing

verb

Meaning

The act of resting or lying down in a state of calm or sleep.

Examples

The cat was reposing on the sun-drenched windowsill, completely undisturbed.
She spent the afternoon reposing by the pool, enjoying the warm weather.

Synonyms: resting, relaxing, lounging, slumbering

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reposing (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈpoʊzɪŋ/

Definition

The act of resting or lying down in a state of calm or sleep.

Examples

The cat was reposing on the sun-drenched windowsill, completely undisturbed.
She spent the afternoon reposing by the pool, enjoying the warm weather.
The ancient statue depicted a goddess gracefully reposing on a cloud.

How to Use reposing

repose in (prepositional phrase): To rest or be found in a particular state or place. — "The ancient wisdom was reposing in the dusty scrolls."
repose on (prepositional phrase): To rest upon something, often literally or figuratively. — "His head was reposing on the soft pillow."

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