recess
Translation
break, recess, alcove, adjournment
Examples
The children play outside during recess.
The children play outside during their break.
The court is in recess until tomorrow.
The court is in recess until tomorrow.
He found a book in a dark recess of the library.
He found a book in a dark recess of the library.
Grammar Patterns
((during)) recess The children play during recess.
((in)) recess The court is in recess.
((a)) recess ((in sth.)) He hid it in a recess in the wall.
Similar Words
Synonyms: break, pause, intermission (for a break); alcove, niche (for a place)
Etymology
From Latin 'recessus', meaning 'a going back, retreat', from 're-' (back) + 'cedere' (to go).
Memory Tips
Imagine students 'receding' or going back from their desks for a break. Or a part of a room that 'recedes' into the wall.