slumber
UK/'slʌmbә/US
TOEFLGREC2
Definitions
n.
A light, gentle sleep; a state of inactivity or dormancy
浅睡，小睡；静止状态
v.
To sleep lightly; to be in a dormant or inactive state
小睡，浅睡；处于静止状态
Root Breakdown
Native Englishslumberother
=slumber
Common Collocations
- 1.fall into slumber沉入梦乡
- 2.deep slumber沉睡，酣睡
- 3.peaceful slumber安然入睡
- 4.disturb one's slumber打扰某人的睡眠
Example Sentences
- 1.
The baby finally fell into a peaceful slumber after hours of crying.
- 2.
The ancient volcano had lain in slumber for centuries before it erupted.
- 3.
Do not disturb her slumber; she has had a long and exhausting day.