Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-the-arms-of-morpheus
idiom
/ɪn ðə ɑrmz ʌv ˈmɔrfiəs/
Definition
A phrase that describes the state of being deep in sleep or dreaming.
Examples
- After a long day at work, she finally found herself in the arms of Morpheus, drifting off to a peaceful dream.
- He was so exhausted that he barely realized when he fell into the arms of Morpheus.
- The soothing music helped the baby to slip gently into the arms of Morpheus.
Meaning
This expression refers to the comforting embrace of sleep, comparing it to being cradled by Morpheus, the Greek god of dreams.
Synonyms
- falling asleep
- deep sleep
- dreamland
- slumber
