the act of assuming or maintaining a reclining position
"After hours on my feet, I finally found comfort in reclining against the soft chaise lounge by the window."
The act of one who reclines.
"The reclining figure on the beach seemed to be enjoying the warm afternoon sun."
present participle of recline
"After a long day at work, she found comfort by reclining on the chaise lounge in her sunroom."
Capable of being reclined, or moved into a more horizontal position.
"The sofa is reclining because it easily moves from sitting to lying down when you pull the lever."