The meaning of RECESS is the action of receding : recession. How to use recess in a sentence.

RECESS definition: temporary withdrawal or cessation from the usual work or activity. See examples of recess used in a sentence.

RECESS definition: 1. a period of time in the year when the members of a parliament, court of law, or other government…. Learn more.

A temporary cessation of the customary activities of an engagement, occupation, or pursuit: The chairman of the committee called for a recess until Thursday. See Synonyms at pause.

Recess is a break from doing something, like work or school. Almost everyone looks forward to taking a recess — even if you don't have access to monkey bars.

In a room, a recess is part of a wall which is built further back than the rest of the wall. Recesses are often used as a place to put furniture such as shelves.

[~ + object] to place or set in a recess. to suspend or leave for later for a recess: [~ + object] to recess the Senate. [no object] The meeting recessed for lunch.

noun A receding space or inward indentation or depression in a line of continuity; a niche, alcove, or the like: as, a recess in a room for a window or a bed; a recess in a wall or the side of a hill.

Dec 17, 2025 · (intransitive, chiefly US, government) Of a meeting, the proceedings of an official body, etc.: to adjourn, to take a break. Class will recess for 20 minutes. Of an official body: to …

recess noun (WALL) a part of a wall in a room that is further back than the rest of the wall