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slackening

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

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The act by which something slackens; loss of speed, tautness, etc.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

present participle and gerund of slacken

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: form-of, gerund, participle, present

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Antonyms: none provided

3

noun

Meaning 3

an occurrence of control or strength weakening

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • the relaxation of requirements
  • the loosening of his grip
  • the slackening of the wind

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: relaxation, loosening

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: weakening

Narrower terms: thaw

History

Etymology

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