Phrase guide

at rest

prep_phrase · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Not moving; stationary.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • The yatch lies at rest in the marina.
  • At rest, the car is impressive, but when it's moving, the sight is astounding.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: motionless, unmoving

Antonyms: in motion, moving

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Meaning 2

In a state of inactivity or repose, either physical or mental.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: dormant, suspended

Antonyms: none provided

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prep_phrase

Meaning 3

Dead.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: euphemistic

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: asleep, departed

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

6 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: à l'arrêt — not moving
  • Māori: upa — not moving
  • Māori: rautahi — not moving
  • Ottoman Turkish: حركتسز (hareketsiz) — not moving
  • French: au repos — In a state of inactivity or repose, either physical or mental
  • Māori: rautahi — In a state of inactivity or repose, either physical or mental