take it easy

idiom · idiom

Formstakes it easy, taking it easy, took it easy, taken it easy

3 meanings of take it easy

1
idiomcolloquialintransitive
To relax and stop working or worrying for a while.
Like putting your feet up after a busy day.
After the long week, she just wanted to take it easy at home.
The doctor told him to take it easy until his leg healed.
Similarrelax, chill, rest
2
idiomcolloquial
A friendly way to say goodbye to someone as you part.
Like waving goodbye with words instead of your hand.
Take it easy, see you next week!
He waved and said, "Take it easy!" as he stepped out the door.
Similarbye, later, cheers
3
idiomcolloquialintransitive
To be gentle with someone and not treat them too hard.
Like a coach not pushing a tired player too hard.
Take it easy on the new kid. He's still learning the job.
The teacher decided to take it easy on the class before the holidays.

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Origin

It comes from the phrase "take easy" plus the word "it".