(~s)
1.
A ~ or a ~ tree is a small evergreen tree with shiny leaves. The leaves are sometimes used to make decorations such as wreaths.
N-VAR
2.
If someone is resting on their ~s, they appear to be satisfied with the things they have achieved and have stopped putting effort into what they are doing.
The government can’t rest on its ~s and must press ahead with major policy changes.
PHRASE: V inflects disapproval