yawn
Pronunciation
Verb
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
To open your mouth wide and breathe in deeply, usually when tired or bored.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She _____ during the long meeting."
Answer: yawn
In your own words, what does "yawn" mean?
To open your mouth wide and breathe in deeply, usually when tired or bored.
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