1.a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort
2.a pause from doing something (as work);
we took a 10-minute break
3.an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
4.a pause for relaxation;
people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests
5.the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment
1.postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution