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1.nounThe removal of stress or discomfort."I sighed with relief when I found out that my daughter hadn't got lost, but was waiting for me at home."
2.nounThe feeling associated with the removal of stress or discomfort.
3.nounRelease from a post or duty, as when replaced by another.
4.nounThe person who takes over a shift for another."Officer Schmidt can finally go home because his relief has arrived."
5.nounAid or assistance offered in time of need.
6.nounCourt-ordered compensation, aid, or protection, a redress.
7.nounA lowering of a tax through special provisions; tax relief.
8.nounA certain fine or composition paid by the heir of a tenant upon the death of the ancestor.