Meaning & Definition of word "Snooze"

Snooze

snuːz

1. a short sleep or nap.
- Example: I took a quick snooze during my lunch break.
2. a function on an alarm clock or device that allows the user to temporarily silence the alarm.
- Example: The snooze feature on my alarm gives me a few extra minutes each morning.

1. to sleep lightly or nap.
- Example: I decided to snooze for a few minutes before starting my day.
2. to delay or postpone an alarm or notification, typically on a device.
- Example: I hit the snooze button to get an extra five minutes of sleep.

Origin unknown; possibly derived from the Scots 'snooze', meaning to doze.

hit the snooze button:

To press the button on an alarm clock to delay the alarm for a few more minutes.

snooze fest:

A dull or boring event.

nap:

A short sleep, especially during the day.

doze:

To sleep lightly.

Meaning: A brief period of sleeping, often in a non-traditional setting.

Example Sentence: He took a snooze in the middle of the meeting.

Meaning: To procrastinate or delay action.

Example Sentence: Stop snoozing on your responsibilities.