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snooze

/snuːz/ verb · British & US
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What does snooze mean?

verb

To close one's eyes and sleep for a short time, typically after waking up to an alarm clock. To put off dealing with something until later.

Example

"She hit the snooze button and went back to sleep for another 15 minutes."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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