What does "ease" mean?

In addition to the idioms beginning with ease, also see at ease; ill at ease. Also see under easily; easy.

See ease in WNW Idioms

at ease

having no anxiety, pain, or discomfort
Mil.
1. in a relaxed position but maintaining silence and staying in place
2. the command to assume this position

ease out

to tactfully persuade (an employee, tenant, etc.) to leave

ease the rudder

Naut. to reduce the angle the rudder makes with the fore-and-aft line so that the vessel will turn more gradually

take one's ease

to relax and be comfortable

See ease in American Heritage Dictionary 4 Idioms

at ease

In a relaxed position, especially standing silently at rest with the right foot stationary: put the soldiers at ease while waiting for inspection.
Used as a command for troops to assume a relaxed position.

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