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Synonyms for nodding off


Grammar : Adj, verb
Spell : nod
Phonetic Transcription : nɒd

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Définition of nodding off

Origin :
  • mid-15c., from nod (v.). Land of Nod "sleep" is a pun on the biblical place name (Gen. iv:16).
  • As in somnolent : adj sleepy
  • As in nap : verb take a short, light sleep
  • As in sleep : verb suspend consciousness
  • As in snooze : verb sleep lightly
  • As in siesta : verb nap
  • As in doze : verb take a nap
  • As in drop off : verb fall asleep

Antonyms for nodding off

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