What does DOZES mean?

Parts of Speech:

Dozes is a verb.

Definitions:

1. (intransitive) to sleep lightly or intermittently

2. (transitive) to cause someone or something to sleep lightly or intermittently

Pronunciations:

US: /ˈdoʊzɪz/

UK: /ˈdəʊzɪz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "dozes" originated from the Middle English word "dosen" which means "to become drowsy". It has been used in English since the 14th century. "Dozes" is commonly used to describe a light or intermittent sleep.

Synonyms:

nap, snooze, drowse, slumber, rest, relax, repose, catnap, siesta

Related Words:

drows, dozed, dozen, dozer, dozes

Example Sentences:

1. He dozes off during the movie.
2. The sound of the rain dozes her to sleep.
3. The baby dozes in his crib.
4. She dozes for a few minutes on the train.