relaxation

noun

1. 1

   The act of relaxing or the state of being relaxed; the opposite of stress or tension; the aim of recreation and leisure activities.

2. 2

   A diminution of tone, tension, or firmness; specifically in pathology: a looseness; a diminution of the natural and healthy tone of parts.

   “relaxation of the soft palate”

3. 3

   Remission or abatement of rigor.

4. 4

   Remission of attention or application.

   “relaxation of efforts”

5. 5

   Unbending; recreation; a state or occupation intended to give mental or bodily relief after effort.

6. 6

   The transition of an atom or molecule from a higher energy level to a lower one.

7. 7

   The release following musical tension.