relax
verb
rɪˈlæks 
rɪˈlæks 
1 [intransitive] to rest while you are doing something enjoyable, especially after work or effortSynonym
unwindJust relax and enjoy the movie.I'm going to spend the weekend just relaxing.relax with something When I get home from work I like to relax with the newspaper.2 [intransitive, transitive] relax (somebody) to become or make somebody become calmer and less worriedI'll only relax when I know you're safe.Relax! Everything will be OK.3 [intransitive, transitive] to become or make something become less tight or stiffAllow your muscles to relax completely.relax something The massage relaxed my tense back muscles.He relaxed his grip on her arm. (figurative) The dictator refuses to relax his grip on power.4 [transitive] relax something to allow rules, laws, etc. to become less strictThe council has relaxed the ban on dogs in city parks.5 [transitive] relax something to allow your attention or effort to become weakerYou cannot afford to relax your concentration for a moment.