Meaning & Definition of word "Sleeping"
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Sleeping
/ˈsliːpɪŋ/
verb:
- 1. the act of resting in a state of reduced consciousness, typically characterized by a lowered metabolic rate and less responsiveness to external stimuli.
- Example: After a long day at work, I enjoy sleeping for eight hours straight.
- 2. being in a state where the body is at rest and the mind is inactive.
- Example: The baby was sleeping peacefully in her crib.
- 3. not active or functioning; dormant.
- Example: The volcano had been sleeping for decades before it erupted.
adjective:
- 1. in a state of rest or slumber; not awake.
- Example: The sleeping dog lay curled up on the couch.
- 2. temporarily inactive; not currently operating.
- Example: The project is sleeping until we get more funding.
Etymology
Middle English slepen, from Old English slǣpan; related to Dutch slapen and German schlafen.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sleeping beauty:
A person who is exceptionally beautiful, but also refers to someone who is in a deep sleep.
sleeping like a baby:
To sleep very well and peacefully.
get some shut-eye:
To get some sleep.
Related Words
sleep:
The natural periodic suspension of consciousness.
dreaming:
The experience of images, sounds, and other sensations during sleep.
snooze:
To take a short sleep.
Slang Meanings of sleeping
Meaning: Hit the sack
Example Sentence: After the party, I'm ready to hit the sack.
Meaning: Catching some Z's
Example Sentence: I’m so tired; I need to catch some Z's before work.