doze
2 synonyms for doze, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To sleep lightly for a short time; to nap.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
How to use doze
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
doze off
have a doze
Etymology
From Old Norse dúsa, "to doze, rest" — related to the word "dizzy."
Full origin of doze →Frequently asked questions
What does “doze” mean?
The word “doze” means to sleep lightly for a short time; to nap. In plain terms, to fall into a light, brief sleep, often without meaning to.
How do you pronounce “doze”?
“Doze” is pronounced dohz (/doʊz/ in IPA).
How do you use “doze” in a sentence?
Here is “doze” used in a sentence: “He dozed off in front of the TV.”
What part of speech is “doze”?
Depending on how it is used, “doze” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “doze” come from?
The word “doze” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse dúsa, "to doze, rest" — related to the word "dizzy.".
How many meanings does “doze” have?
“Doze” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to sleep lightly for a short time; to nap.
