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yawning

/'jɔnɪŋ/ · jɔnɪŋ

Yawning has 2 syllables: yawn · ing.

yawn
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ing
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adjective. Showing lack of attention or boredom.

noun. An involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom.

adjective. Gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something.

adjective. With the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness.

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