R&R

R&R
[[t]ɑ͟ːr ən ɑ͟ːr[/t]]
also R and R
1) N-UNCOUNT R&R refers to time that you spend relaxing, when you are not working. R&R is an abbreviation for `rest and recreation'. [mainly AM]

Winter spas are now the smart set's choice for serious R&R.

2) N-UNCOUNT R&R refers to time that members of the armed forces spend relaxing, away from their usual duties. R&R is an abbreviation for `rest and recuperation'. [AM]

Twenty-five years ago Pattaya was a sleepy fishing village. Then it was discovered by American soldiers on R&R from Vietnam.


English dictionary. 2008.

Игры ⚽ Нужна курсовая?

Share the article and excerpts

Direct link
Do a right-click on the link above
and select “Copy Link”