intransitive. (The chief current sense.) To lean idly; to recline or rest in a relaxed attitude, supporting oneself against something. Also with about…

intransitive. To lounge or sprawl; to go with a lounging gait.

intransitive. To grow less tense or rigid, to relax. Obsolete. rare.

To recline lazily, to loll.

figurative. To obtain relief from tension or anxiety; to relax. colloquial.

intransitive. To sit down wearily; to flop; to slouch; to loaf. Also with around.

transitive and intransitive. To render or become less tense or rigid; to relax.