Sleep ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Sleep ( noun )

1. A state of rest characterized by a reduction in consciousness, movement, metabolism, and response to external stimuli.
2. A period of time during which a person is asleep.
3. The act of sleeping.

Origin:

Old english slǣp; related to old high german slaf sleep, latin somnus, greek hypnos.

Examples:

1. He needed more sleep to feel refreshed.
2. She had trouble sleeping last night.
3. The baby was finally asleep.
4. He had a nap during the day to catch up on some sleep.
5. They went to bed early to get a good night's sleep.

(As a verb)

Sleep ( verb )

1. A state of rest characterized by a reduction in consciousness, movement, metabolism, and response to external stimuli.
2. A period of time during which a person is asleep.
3. The act of sleeping.

Origin:

Old english slǣp; related to old high german slaf sleep, latin somnus, greek hypnos.

Examples:

1. He needed more sleep to feel refreshed.
2. She had trouble sleeping last night.
3. The baby was finally asleep.
4. He had a nap during the day to catch up on some sleep.
5. They went to bed early to get a good night's sleep.