nap

[næp]

nap Definition

a short period of sleep, especially during the day.

Using nap: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nap" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I'm going to take a nap before dinner.

• Example

  He usually takes a 20-minute nap after lunch.

• Example

  She fell asleep during her afternoon nap.

nap Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nap

• doze
• catnap
• siesta
• rest
• snooze

Phrases with nap

• catch a nap

  to take a short sleep, especially during the day

  Example

  I'm going to catch a quick nap before the meeting.

• power nap

  a short sleep taken during the day in order to restore energy and alertness

  Example

  I always take a power nap during my lunch break.

• catnap

  a short sleep, especially during the day

  Example

  I'm just going to take a catnap before we leave.

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Summary: nap in Brief

The term 'nap' [næp] refers to a short period of sleep, usually during the day. It is often used to restore energy and alertness, as in 'I always take a power nap during my lunch break.' Other phrases include 'catch a nap' and 'catnap,' both meaning a short sleep.