Yawning Definition & Meaning

yawning
adjective
  1. gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something; "the yawning mine shaft"; "a yawning abyss"
  2. with the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness; "a yawning congregation"
  3. showing lack of attention or boredom; "the yawning congregation"
noun
  1. an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom; "he could not suppress a yawn"; "the yawning in the audience told him it was time to stop"; "he apologized for his oscitancy"

"Yawning" in song lyrics

See how yawning is used in real songs:

  • "stomach turner, don't test me creepy crawlers I'm yawning"
    Arsonists — Blaze
  • "stop it the music is boring am yawning"
    Belly — People Change
  • "And I'm, up early in the morning, yawning"
    Boot Camp Clik — Bubblin' Up

Usage tips for "yawning"

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