How to pronounce “relief”

Meaning

• [Noun]
• The removal of stress or discomfort.
• The feeling associated with the removal of stress or discomfort.
• Release from a post or duty, as when replaced by another.
• The person who takes over a shift for another.
• Aid or assistance offered in time of need.
• (military) Military assistance to break a siege or an encirclement.
• (law) Court-ordered compensation, aid, or protection, a redress.
• A lowering of a tax through special provisions; tax relief.
• A certain fine or composition paid by the heir of a tenant upon the death of the ancestor.
• (golf) Permission for a player to move their ball to a more convenient spot before taking a shot, under certain circumstances.

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