drowsy
The origin and history of drowsy.
Etymology
Related to an old English word for drooping or becoming sluggish — the same idea behind feeling "heavy" with sleep.
The origin and history of drowsy.
Related to an old English word for drooping or becoming sluggish — the same idea behind feeling "heavy" with sleep.
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