re-pose: Meaning and Definition of

re-pose

1. to pose again.

re•pose

1. the state of reposing or being at rest; rest; sleep.
2. peace; tranquillity; calm.
3. dignified calmness, as of manner; composure.
4. absence of movement, animation, etc.: When in repose, her face recalls the Mona Lisa.

1. to lie or be at rest, as from work, activity, etc.
2. to lie dead: His body will repose in the chapel for two days.
3. to be peacefully calm and quiet: The sea reposed under the tropical sun.
4. to lie or rest on something.
5. to depend or rely on a person or thing.

1. to lay to rest; rest; refresh by rest (often used reflexively).

re•pose

1. to put (confidence, trust, etc.) in a person or thing.
2. to put under the authority or at the disposal of a person.
3. to deposit.