Definition of yawning
English to English noun - 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.
source: WordNet 3.0 adjective satellite - gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something
The yawning mine shaft. A yawning abyss.
source: WordNet 3.0 - with the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness
A yawning congregation.
source: WordNet 3.0 - showing lack of attention or boredom
The yawning congregation.
source: WordNet 3.0
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yawning, yanig, yang, yank, young, yamang..., yankee, yongga, ynough, yenisei, yenisey, yunx, yunca, yumas, yumugyog, yumukô
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