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Meaning of yawning
The primary meaning of "yawning" is the act of opening one's mouth wide, typically due to tiredness or boredom.
Etymology of yawning
The word "yawning" originates from the Old English word "ganian," which means to open the mouth wide, and is related to the Proto-Germanic word "giniz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "ghai-," also meaning to yawn or gape.
Historically, the word has been used to describe the physical act of yawning, as well as the emotional state of being tired or bored.
Synonyms
gaping
opening
stretching
extending
expanding
widening
broadening
lengthening
increasing
growing
enlarging
swelling
dilating
distending
yawningly
drowsy
sleepy
lethargic
sluggish
tired
fatigued
exhausted
weary
somnolent
dozy
snoozy
half-asleep
groggy
heavy-eyed
bleary-eyed
Definitions
- The act of opening one's mouth wide, typically due to tiredness or boredom, according to Oxford Languages.
- * A feeling of tiredness or boredom that causes someone to open their mouth wide.
Usage Examples
- After a long, boring meeting, the audience was yawning and checking their watches.
- * The tired student was yawning throughout the lecture, struggling to stay awake.
- * The dog's yawning was a sign that it was ready for a nap.