snooze

1 of 2

verb

snoozed; snoozing

intransitive verb

: to take a nap : doze

snooze

2 of 2

noun

1
: nap
2
: something boring or uninspiring

Examples of snooze in a Sentence

Verb snoozed through those long winter nights under a thick down comforter she was just snoozing when she heard the knock at the door Noun took a snooze after lunch to refresh himself man, that novel is a snooze—there's not one interesting character in it
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Verb
The bees will often snooze on the flower heads in the evening, and as the seeds mature in early fall, the heads become natural bird feeders. Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2024 As Diana and Cannon snoozed together, the cat had an undeniable smile on her face. Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
Noun
While TikTok is not the best source for tips for sleeping better at night, experts say there are ways to enjoy a more sound snooze. Melissa Willets, Parents, 5 Nov. 2024 Some tips for a better snooze: Keep a consistent sleep schedule, exercise regularly, and avoid caffeine and booze before bed. Nick Rockel, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for snooze 

Word History

Etymology

Verb

origin unknown

First Known Use

Verb

1785, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1793, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of snooze was in 1785

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“Snooze.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snooze. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

snooze

verb
ˈsnüz
snoozed; snoozing
: to take a nap : doze
snooze noun

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