Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nod-out
verb
/nɒd aʊt/
Definition
To fall asleep suddenly, especially in a sitting position.
Examples
- After a long day at work, I often nod out on the couch while watching TV.
- He nodded out during the lecture, missing important information.
- It’s not uncommon for passengers to nod out during long car rides.
Meaning
Nod-out refers to an involuntary act of falling asleep briefly or unintentionally, often characterized by a person bobbing their head and then drifting into a deeper sleep.
Synonyms
- doze off
- drift off
- fall asleep
