oscitance

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : The act of yawning; a yawn : The state or action of opening one's mouth wide and inhaling deeply due to drowsiness, fatigue, or boredom. Drowsiness, dullness, or inattentiveness : A state of lethargy or lack of alertness, often manifested by yawning. Examples of Usage Noun : The lecturer noticed the widespread oscitance in the classroom and decided to tell a joke. His constant...