restdirective

noun
UK /ˈrɛst dɪˈrɛktɪv/
US /ˈrɛst dəˈrɛktɪv/

A rest directive is a rule that tells you to take a break and relax.

The coach gave a rest directive, so the players sat down and drank water.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A formal instruction in a computer program that tells it to pause or wait.

The program followed a rest directive and stopped running for a moment.

3. An official notice telling workers to stop working for a while.

The factory posted a rest directive on the wall so everyone knew when to take a break.

4. A gentle reminder to slow down and take care of yourself.

Her doctor gave her a rest directive to sleep more and worry less.