Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
catnap
noun
/ˈkæt.næp/
Definition
A short, light sleep, usually taken during the day.
Examples
- After lunch, she often takes a quick catnap to recharge her energy.
- The toddler settled down for a catnap on the couch.
- He felt more alert after a short catnap in the afternoon.
Meaning
A brief period of sleep that helps to refresh and rejuvenate without completing a full sleep cycle.
Synonyms
- nap
- siesta
- doze
