rest
UK: rɛst | US: rɛst
n. a state of relaxation or inactivity
n. the remaining part of something
vi. to cease work or movement temporarily
vt. to place or lean something for support
The word "rest" originates from Old English ræst, meaning "repose, quiet," derived from Proto-Germanic rastō. The morpheme "re-" suggests "back" or "again," while "st" relates to "stand," implying a return to a stationary or relaxed state. Over time, it expanded to include meanings like "remainder" (from the idea of what is left standing).
After a long hike, she needed to rest for an hour.
The rest of the cake was saved for later.
He rested his hand on the table while thinking.
The bird rested on a branch before flying away.
Only two chapters remain; the rest of the book is finished.