noun (common) (futsuumeishi)noun or participle which takes the aux. verb surutransitive verb washing;laundry

noun (common) (futsuumeishi) relaxation;rejuvenation;melting away (of worries, fatigue, etc.)

expressions (phrases idiomatic expression playing while the cat is away;taking a break while the boss is out;doing what one wants when one is (finally) alone;relaxing while the demon is out