catnap

English

noun
Definitions
  • A brief, light sleep.

Etymology

Compound from English cat (former derogatory term for a person) + English nap (soft fuzzy surface, a short period of sleep, generally on fabric leather, grab, nab).

Origin

English

nap

Gloss

soft fuzzy surface, a short period of sleep, generally on fabric leather, grab, nab

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