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jet lag
noun
: a condition that is characterized by various psychological and physiological effects (such as fatigue and irritability), occurs following long flight through several time zones, and probably results from disruption of circadian rhythms in the human body
Temporary fatigue, drowsiness, and loss of concentration are typical symptoms of isolated bouts of jet lag …—J. Netting
Examples of jet lag in a Sentence
I had bad jet lag after that last trip overseas.
Recent Examples on the Web
Daily schedules that involve shift work or having jet lag can interfere with these schedules.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 25 Oct. 2024
Melatonin effectively prevents or decreases jet lag from flights crossing five or more time zones.
—Willow Jarosh, Ms, Rd, Health, 18 Oct. 2024
Prefer to shake off jet lag in the comfort of your suite?
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2024
These days, social media is full of travel hacks that promise to make air travel easier, whether those are tips for packing into a carry-on, toys to keep toddlers busy on a long-haul flight, or pillows to beat jet lag.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1965, in the meaning defined above
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“Jet lag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jet%20lag. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
jet lag
noun
: a condition that is marked by physical and mental symptoms (as tiredness and bad temper) and occurs following a long flight through several time zones
Medical Definition
jet lag
noun
: a condition that is characterized by various psychological and physiological effects (as fatigue and irritability), occurs following long flight through several time zones, and probably results from disruption of circadian rhythms in the human body
called also jet fatigue
jet-lagged
adjective
More from Merriam-Webster on jet lag
Nglish: Translation of jet lag for Spanish Speakers
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