Meaning & Definition of word "Yawn"
Yawn
/jɔːn/
noun:
- 1. An act of yawning.
- Example: His yawn was contagious, and soon everyone in the room was yawning.
- 2. A wide opening or gap.
- Example: The yawn of the canyon was breathtaking from the viewpoint.
verb:
- 1. To open the mouth wide and inhale deeply due to tiredness or boredom.
- Example: She couldn't help but yawn during the long meeting.
- 2. To show a lack of interest or boredom.
- Example: 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 of yawn
Meaning: To express boredom or disinterest.
● Example Sentence: That movie was such a yawn!
Meaning: A dull or uninspiring person or situation.
● Example Sentence: Don't invite him; he's a real yawn.