Dozing and Siesta

Dozing

Dozing noun - A natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself.
Usage example: dozing is a natural response to the stifling heat of summer

Siesta and dozing are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Siesta" instead a noun "Dozing".

Nearby Words: dozy, doze, dozed

Siesta

Siesta noun - A short sleep.
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Dozing and siesta are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dozing" instead a noun "Siesta".
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