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sleeping

/ˈsiːplɪŋ/ verb, present participle · British & US
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What does sleeping mean?

verb, present participle

The state of being asleep; a period of rest or slumber. In the process of falling asleep or waking up.

Example

"She was sleeping soundly after a long day."

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

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