noun a short light sleep
verb to sleep lightly or briefly
Often used to describe a child's tendency to fall asleep during the day, especially if they did not sleep well the previous night.
May be used to refer to a state of mental fatigue or reduced alertness.
Used to describe a light sleep or drowsiness experienced by patients after taking certain medications.
Can be used in the context of discussing the importance of adequate rest and sleep for learning and cognitive function.
The writer struggled to stay awake during the long editing sessions and would often doze off at their desk.
The psychologist noticed that their patient would doze off during therapy sessions, indicating possible fatigue or disinterest.