verb moving back or away from a previous position
adjective becoming more distant or less intense
Describes the process of gums moving away from the teeth, often a sign of gum disease
Used to describe the movement of a glacier or ice sheet when it retreats or moves back
Refers to the Doppler effect, where sound or light waves appear to change frequency as the source moves away from the observer
Describes the process of hairline moving back due to male pattern baldness
In a literary context, 'receding' may be used to describe the movement of a character or setting away from the main focus of the story, creating a sense of distance or detachment.
A psychologist may use the term 'receding' to describe a patient's diminishing emotional response to a particular traumatic event or memory during therapy sessions.
An architect may use 'receding' to describe the visual effect of a building's facade appearing to move backward or away from the viewer, creating a sense of depth and perspective.
In geology, 'receding' may refer to the gradual retreat of a glacier or ice sheet over time, leaving behind distinct landforms and geological features.