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    Durmiente (en. Sleeping)

    /durˈmjente/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Definition: An element of a railway track that supports the ties.
    Example Sentence: Sleepers are essential for the stability of train tracks.
    Los durmientes son fundamentales para la estabilidad de las vías del tren.
    Definition: Part of a bed or mattress where one rests.
    Example Sentence: I prefer a high-quality sleeper for better sleep.
    Prefiero un durmiente de calidad para dormir mejor.

    Etymology

    Etymology/Origin: From the verb 'to sleep', which means to be in a state of rest.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Phrase: to sleep like a sleeper
    Meaning: To sleep deeply.
    dormir como un durmiente

    Related Words

    Related Word: to sleep
    Description: Spending time in a state of rest.
    dormir
    Related Word: dream
    Description: Natural state of rest that affects consciousness.
    sueño

    Slang Meanings

    Slang Meaning: To be asleep for a long time.
    Example: I was so tired that I slept like a sleeper.
    Estaba tan cansado que me dormí como un durmiente.
    Slang Meaning: Not paying attention to what is happening around.
    Example: I was so bored in class that I became a sleeper.
    Estaba tan aburrido en la clase que me convertí en un durmiente.