Definitions
1.verbTo inset into something, or to recede."Recess the screw so it does not stick out."
2.verbTo take or declare a break."Class will recess for 20 minutes."
3.verbTo appoint, with a recess appointment.
4.verbTo make a recess in."to recess a wall"
5.adjectiveSet back; located in a hole, space, or opening.
6.adjectiveWithdrawn; secluded
7.adjectiveHaving a recess or nook