Yawn — synonyms, definition

1. yawn (Noun)

cavity chasm doldrums ennui monotony opening oscitance oscitancy oscitation space tedium yawning

yawn (Noun) — An involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom. ex. "he could not suppress a yawn"

inborn reflex innate reflex instinctive reflex physiological reaction reflex reflex action reflex response unconditioned reflex pandiculation

2. yawn (Verb)

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yawn (Verb) — Utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired. ex. "The child yawned during the long performance"

yawn (Verb) — Be wide open. ex. "the deep yawning canyon"

be breathe respire suspire take a breath