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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"
Exact synonyms: Oscitance, Oscitancy, Yawn
Specialized synonyms: Pandiculation
Generic synonyms: Inborn Reflex, Innate Reflex, Instinctive Reflex, Physiological Reaction, Reflex, Reflex Action, Reflex Response, Unconditioned Reflex
Derivative terms: Oscitant, Yawn, Yawn
Specialized synonyms: Pandiculation
Generic synonyms: Inborn Reflex, Innate Reflex, Instinctive Reflex, Physiological Reaction, Reflex, Reflex Action, Reflex Response, Unconditioned Reflex
Derivative terms: Oscitant, Yawn, Yawn
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"
4. Adjective. Showing lack of attention or boredom. "The yawning congregation"
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
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