| take it easy 1. to rest and relax. She said I looked really tired, and told me to take it easy. 2. to be calm and not get too excited or angry. I know you're upset, but you just take it easy, I'll make you some tea, and you can tell me all about it. Usage notes: often used as an instruction: Now just take it easy and stop waving that knife around. 3. goodbye. “Well, it was nice talking to you. Take it easy.” “You too. Bye-bye.” Usage notes: used to end a conversation |