yawns

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom
  2. verb utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired
  3. verb be wide open

Synonyms

yawn, yawning, oscitance, oscitancy

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