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yawner

/ˈjɔːnər/ noun · British & US
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What does yawner mean?

noun

A person who yawns repeatedly, often in a bored or sleepy manner. A yawner is someone who yawns frequently, often in a social setting.

Example

"The yawner in the back of the room was so contagious that soon everyone was yawning along with her."

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