chill out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To relax or take time out; to calm down; reduce or go easy on something.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Since I'm between projects, I think I'll just chill out.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To hang out; spend time together with another person or group.
Register: dated, slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “chill out” mean?
To relax or take time out; to calm down; reduce or go easy on something.
Is “chill out” formal or informal?
chill out is generally slang.