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/jɔːn/
Meaning & Definition
noun
An act of yawning.
His yawn was contagious, and soon everyone in the room was yawning.
A wide opening or gap.
The yawn of the canyon was breathtaking from the viewpoint.
verb
To open the mouth wide and inhale deeply due to tiredness or boredom.
She couldn't help but yawn during the long meeting.
To show a lack of interest or boredom.
He let out a yawn while listening to the lecture about tax laws.
Etymology
Middle English: from the Old Norse 'gái', meaning 'to yawn'
Common Phrases and Expressions
yawning gap
A wide opening or gap.
yawn and stretch
To stretch one's arms and body while yawning, often signaling tiredness or relaxation.
Related Words
boredom
A state of being bored; lack of interest.
fatigue
Extreme tiredness resulting from mental or physical exertion.
Slang Meanings
To express boredom or disinterest.
That movie was such a yawn!
A dull or uninspiring person or situation.
Don't invite him; he's a real yawn.