Definition: the act of making something less tight
Similar words: adjustment, alteration, modification
Definition: the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment)
Synonyms: relaxation, slackening, loosening
Definition: an occurrence of control or strength weakening
Usage: the relaxation of requirements; the loosening of his grip; the slackening of the wind
Similar words: weakening
Definition: becoming weaker