Rr: Repose

n.

1. The act of resting or the state of being at rest.

2. Freedom from worry; peace of mind.

3. Calmness; tranquillity.

v. re·posed, re·pos·ing, re·pos·es

v.tr.

1. To lay (oneself) down.

2. To rest or relax (oneself).

v.intr.

1. To lie at rest.

2. To lie dead: repose in a grave.

3. To lie while being supported by something.

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[From Middle English reposen, to be at rest, from Old French reposer, from Late Latin repausre,to cause to rest : Latin re-, re- + Latin pausre, to rest (from Latin pausa, rest; see pause).]

IN CONTEXT:
The word "repose" floated in the air as Frank looked around at the women.  He seemed to be taking measure of them,  as a preacher might.  pg 10 (Loving Frank Nancy Horan)

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