catnapping 1 of 2

noun

as in napping
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself indulged in some quick catnapping between appointments with patients

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catnapping

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verb

present participle of catnap
1
as in sleeping
to be in a state of sleep the children are catnapping, so please be quiet

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2
as in resting
to sleep lightly or briefly catnapped for 10 minutes and then went back to work

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catnapping
  1. napping
  2. sleeping
  3. resting
  4. sleep
  5. bed
  6. slumber
  7. rest
  8. nap
Noun
  • Exercise and napping produced similar memory performance benefits, but through different neural processes.
    — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2026
  • How Sleep Patterns Connect to Hemorrhoid Risk A study published in Neuropsychiatric Research in August 2026 examined whether sleep patterns like insomnia, sleep duration and daytime napping may influence the risk of developing hemorrhoids.
    — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of napping
Verb
  • There were no bedrooms, just sleeping alcoves set into the walls.
    — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 30 Sep. 2026
  • But the sight of a man sleeping atop the shelter next to a shopping cart caught the attention of onlookers, some of whom pulled out their phones to take pictures, as first reported by KTLA.
    — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of sleeping
Verb
  • The brand notes that this pillow is perfect for all sorts of sleepers, including those who like resting on their back, side, and stomach.
    — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 2 Oct. 2026
  • That first reactor is already resting at a shipyard, ready for installation into the ship’s hull.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of resting
Noun
  • Frazzled parents unwind at the swim-up bar, while the little ones run amok in the spiffy waterpark, bowling alley, and giant sand castle equipped for sleep-overs.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The company already offers sleep monitoring and heart-rate tracking with the Apple Watch.
    — Morgan Chittum, Fortune, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of sleep
Noun
  • Formerly a one-bedroom with ten-foot ceilings in an 1850s brownstone, it’s been opened up into an alcove studio that can fit a king-size bed.
    — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The main loft is located above the downstairs bedroom and contains another double bed.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of bed
Noun
  • The Chicago Cubs picked a bad time to go into an offensive slumber.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Above-average rainfall in June and August, along with several cold fronts sweeping across the region, woke the seeds from a lengthy slumber to transform the landscape.
    — Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of slumber
Noun
  • The property has 21 private cottages, each simple, calming, and tech-free, promoting deep rest and focus.
    — CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Head coach Willie Simmons’ squad enters the matchup with extra rest following a bye week, giving the Panthers an opportunity to evaluate what has worked, identify what needs to improve and make adjustments before the start of C-USA play.
    — Alejandro Hernandez, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of rest
Noun
  • Other cats found the aquarium's dim blue environment calming and closed their eyes for a little nap.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Ten minutes after Trump opens his mouth, some of us need a nap.
    — Bernard Goldberg, Washington Post, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of nap
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“Catnapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catnapping. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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