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(yawns) 1 syllables

Definition

noun. an opening of the mouth wide while taking a deep breath often as an involuntary reaction;
verb. to open the mouth wide and take a deep breath

Example Sentence

The baby yawns when she gets sleepy.

Synonyms

open mouth; open wide; gape

Antonyms

closed mouth

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