Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shut-eye
noun
/ˈʃʌt aɪ/
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Definition
A colloquial term for sleep.
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Examples
- After a long day, all I want is some shut-eye.
- He took a quick shut-eye during his lunch break.
- Make sure you get your shut-eye before the big meeting tomorrow.
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Meaning
Shut-eye refers to the act of sleeping, often used informally to indicate a brief or restorative period of sleep.
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Synonyms
- Sleep
- Rest
- Slumber
- Nap