Recess | Meaning of recess

See here, the meanings of the word recess, as video and text. (Click show more below.) recess (noun) An inset, hole, space or opening. Put a generous recess behind the handle for finger space. recess (noun) A decree of the imperial diet of the old German empire. recess (noun) A secret or abstruse part. The difficulties and recesses of science. recess (verb) To inset into something, or to recede. Wow, look at how that gargoyle recesses into the rest of architecture. Recess the screw so it does not stick out. recess (verb) To take or declare a break. This court shall recess for its normal two hour lunch now. Class will recess for 20 minutes. recess (verb) To make a recess in. To recess a wall. Reference: recess January 24, 2019 Please support us with your SUBSCRIPTION!