dozing
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for dozing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — Sleeping lightly or briefly; napping (present participle of doze).
Synonyms
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How to use dozing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dozing off
caught dozing
Frequently asked questions
What does “dozing” mean?
The word “dozing” means sleeping lightly or briefly; napping (present participle of doze). In plain terms, in the middle of a light nap.
How do you use “dozing” in a sentence?
Here is “dozing” used in a sentence: “She was dozing in the armchair when the phone rang.”
What part of speech is “dozing”?
“Dozing” is a verb.