CATNAP Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈkat-ˌnap

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as in nap

a short sleep a catnap left me refreshed enough to face the rest of the day

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verb

as in to sleep

to be in a state of sleep the children are catnapping, so please be quiet

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as in to nap

to sleep lightly or briefly catnapped for 10 minutes and then went back to work

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This is perfect for taking catnaps, reading a book, or spending time with a loved one. —

Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2023 More damningly, unofficially led the league last season in catnaps while his man roasted him on a backdoor cut. —

Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 21 July 2023 During breaks, the crew will retreat into the vessel’s two cramped compartments to converse with their support team via satellite phone, monitor weather conditions, chart their navigation—and, most importantly, tend to their battered bodies while also trying to take 40-minute catnaps. —

Johnny Dodd, Peoplemag, 9 June 2023 And hey, any excuse for turning off your brain via a quick catnap is probably welcome. —

Lisa Bain, Good Housekeeping, 26 May 2023 See all Example Sentences for catnap

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