English · Daily Life
sleep
/sliːp/
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rest unconsciously
Beginnerverb
Definition
To rest with your eyes closed and your mind and body inactive.
Example
After the long journey, all she wanted was to sleep for at least ten hours.
After the long journey, all she wanted was to sleep for at least ten hours.
Etymology
From Old English 'slaepan' (to sleep), from a shared Germanic root.
How & Where It’s Used
A basic verb and noun about daily rest.