somnifacient

English

/ˌsɑm.nə.ˈfeɪ.ʃənt/

adj
Definitions
  • Inducing or causing sleep.

Etymology

Derived from Latin somnus (sleep, drowsiness, slumber).

Origin

Latin

somnus

Gloss

sleep, drowsiness, slumber

Concept
Semantic Field

The body

Ontological Category

Action/Process

Kanji

寝, 眠, 睡

Emoji
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