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Noun

  1. 1

    sleep

    The state of taking a rest for a period of time with one's eyes closed and mental activities suspended.

    Korean definition: 눈을 감고 몸과 정신의 활동을 멈추고 한동안 쉬는 상태.

    • The child kept nodding off and finally fell asleep.

    • My eldest, who is studying for entrance exams, is always short on sleep and yawns often.

  2. 2

    sleep

    (figurative) The state of not realizing and being aware of something.

    Korean definition: (비유적으로) 아직 깨달아 알지 못한 상태.

    • Everyone, we must now wake up from our deep sleep.

    • The pastor passionately preached to the congregation to wake up from their spiritual sleep.