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RECLINE

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Recline.

How to pronounce recline:

UK

Recline - as a verb

Move the upper body backwards and down

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lean back
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
angleleanslanttilttip
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause to recline

Example: "She reclined her head on the pillow"

Lean in a comfortable resting position

Example: "He was reposing on the couch"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
recumbrepose
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lie
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Recline - as a noun

A mechanism for lowering the back of a seat to support a less upright position; also, the action of lowering the back using such a mechanism.

Example Sentences

"She likes to recline on the sofa while watching TV."
"After a long day at work, he reclined in his favorite armchair."
"The airplane seats recline for added comfort during long flights."
"You should always properly recline your seat before taking off in an airplane."
"The dentist asked his patient to recline in the dental chair."
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Word Game Points

Is RECLINE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, recline is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RECLINE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is RECLINE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, recline is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RECLINE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is RECLINE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, recline is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RECLINE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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