sommeil

Definitions of sommeil
  1. noun
    quiet and inactive restfulness
    synonyms: repos, tranquilité
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    type of:
    relaxation, repos
    freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility)
  2. noun
    a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended
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    type of:
    état physiologique
    the condition or state of the body or bodily functions
  3. noun
    the suspension of consciousness and decrease in metabolic rate
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    types:
    somnambulisme
    walking by a person who is asleep
    somme
    sleeping for a short period of time (usually not in bed)
    sieste
    a nap in the early afternoon (especially in hot countries)
    type of:
    fonction organique
    an organic process that takes place in the body
  4. noun
    a very sleepy state
    synonyms: somnolence
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    antonyms:
    insomnie
    a temporary state in which you are unable (or unwilling) to sleep
    type of:
    état passagé, état temporaire
    a state that continues for a limited time
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