Definition of Yawning

1. Noun. An involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom. "He apologized for his oscitancy"


2. Adjective. Gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something. "A yawning abyss"
Similar to: Open

3. Adjective. With the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness. "A yawning congregation"
Similar to: Open, Opened

4. Adjective. Showing lack of attention or boredom. "The yawning congregation"
Exact synonyms: Drowsy, Oscitant
Similar to: Inattentive
Derivative terms: Oscitancy, Oscitancy

Definition of Yawning

1. yawn [v] - See also: yawn

Medical Definition of Yawning

1. An involuntary deep inspiration with the mouth open, often accompanied by the act of stretching. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Yawning

yawl
yawl-rigged
yawled
yawling
yawls
yawmeter
yawmeters
yawn
yawn
yawned
yawner
yawners
yawnier
yawniest
yawning (current term)
yawning (current term)
yawning(a)
yawningly
yawnings
yawns
yawny
yawp
yawped
yawper
yawpers
yawping
yawpings
yawps
yaws
yaws

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