Delassation

/ˌdɛləˈseɪʃən/ noun

Definition

Relief from fatigue or weariness; a resting period that refreshes or restores energy.

Etymology

From the prefix 'de-' plus a form related to 'lassitude' or 'lass' (meaning tired), possibly influenced by Latin 'lassus' meaning 'weary.' This is an obsolete or extremely rare English word.

Kelly Says

In an era before 'break,' 'rest,' and 'relaxation' were common words, people used beautiful archaic terms like 'delassation' to describe the simple pleasure of recovering from exhaustion.

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