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lax
01
showing a tendency to be less strict about rules or discipline
Example
The lax security measures at the airport raised concerns about potential breaches.
The company had a lax approach to employee attendance, allowing frequent absences without consequences.
Example
The lax grip on the rope caused it to slip from his hands.
A sedentary lifestyle led to his muscles becoming flabby and lax.
03
(of speech sounds or pronunciation) produced with relatively relaxed muscle tension
Example
The vowel in " sit " is a lax sound compared to the tense vowel in " seat. "
Linguists often contrast lax and tense vowels to study variations in speech patterns.
04
having loose bowels, often referring to diarrhea or frequent, soft stools
Example
After eating, he had lax bowels and felt uncomfortable.
The illness left her with lax bowels for a few days.
