1. to lean or lie back in a relaxed position
2. to cause something to lean back or tilt backward

Examples

• She reclined in her favorite armchair after a long day.
• The patient was asked to recline on the examination table.
• He reclined his seat on the airplane to get more comfortable.
• The dentist reclined the chair so she could work more easily.
• They reclined on the beach chairs and enjoyed the sunshine.
• The reclining figure in the painting looked peaceful and serene.
• You can recline the driver’s seat to find the perfect position.