Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jet-lag

noun

/ˈdʒɛt ˌlæɡ/

Definition

A temporary condition that occurs when a person’s internal body clock is out of sync with the time zone they are in, typically after long-distance flights.

Examples

After traveling from New York to Tokyo, I experienced severe jet lag for several days.
She took a nap to help alleviate her jet lag after the long flight.
Jet lag can make it hard to concentrate during important meetings.

Meaning

Jet lag affects travelers who cross multiple time zones quickly, leading to fatigue, sleep disturbances, and other physical symptoms due to the body’s struggle to adapt to the new schedule.