Meaning
- (not-comparable, predicative) In a state of sleep; also, broadly, resting.
- (not-comparable, predicative, slang) Inattentive.
- (not-comparable, predicative) Having a numb or prickling sensation accompanied by a degree of unresponsiveness.
- (euphemistic, not-comparable, predicative) Dead.
Synonyms
half-conscious
sick in bed
sleeply
dead person
deceased person
Translations
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/əˈsliːp/
Etymology
In summary
From Middle English aslepe, equivalent to a- (“in, on”) + sleep.
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