yawning

/jˈɔːnɪŋ/

/ˈjɔnɪŋ/

Yawning

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

synonyms : oscitance

yawning

showing lack of attention or boredom

synonyms : drowsy

gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something

with the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness

Examples

1. Yawning has a physical effect on our bodies.

2. Yawning increases the flow of blood in a person’s body.

3. Yawning also has psychological reasons.

4. What biological function does yawning have?