In particularized sense: A period or spell of unoccupied time. Now rare.

= non-term, n.

A sabbatical rest: in allusions to Hebrews iv. 9.

The time of vacation between two terms; (gen.) a period of suspended activity in a university or court. Also figurative.

Temporary suspension of work or activity. A period of time in which the proceedings of a parliament, court, or other official body are suspended…

A time for play or recreation; (now) spec. a period in the school day when children are allowed to go outside and play.

An interval of leisure or unoccupied time.

A period of rest, an interval; a break from something. Also as a mass noun: rest, relaxation.

An act, spell, or course of lounging; a leisurely walk, a saunter, stroll; also, a lounging gait or manner of reclining.

dialect and Australian. An interval or period of repose or relaxation; a rest.

Chiefly in Western Australia: a period of rest, a holiday; spec. a journey undertaken by an Australian Aboriginal person in order to withdraw…

colloquial. In extended use. A short pause, recess, or diversion; esp. a break to stand up and stretch the legs after a period of sitting.

A rest; a temporary cessation of activity. Cf. to stand off 2d at stand, v. phrasal verbs 1. rare.

gen. A (brief) break from activity, esp. for rest or relaxation. Cf. time, n. int.conj. phrases 2f(a).