Yawn

(n) /jɔːn/

Meaning

Involuntarily open one's mouth wide and inhale deeply due to tiredness or boredom.

Pronunciation

UK jɔːn

US jɔːn

Example Sentences

[Ahh], do you feel a yawn coming?
A yawn is a big deep breath.
Your mouth opens wide during a yawn.
You often yawn when you feel tired.
You may yawn when you feel bored.

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Why We Yawn[Ahh], do you feel a yawn coming? Everyone yawns, even babies and pets. A yawn is a big deep breath. Your mouth opens wide during a yawn. You take in a lot of air. Yawning can cool down your brain. It...Read story

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