Definition & Meaning of "yawn"

to yawn

to unexpectedly open one's mouth wide and deeply breathe in because of being bored or tired

to be exceptionally large or wide, often in a way that appears open or gaping

Yawn

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

Example

The monotonous presentation made the audience yawn uncontrollably.

As the lecture dragged on, students began to yawn in boredom.

She yawned loudly, not able to hide her exhaustion.

Tired from the long journey, the passengers started to yawn.

He yawned loudly, feeling increasingly sleepy as the night wore on.

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