napped
Meanings
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Verb
To take a short nap or rest; sleep lightly for a short time.
- "I usually nap in the afternoon to recharge."
- "After a long day, I like to nap before dinner."
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Verb
To cover or decorate a surface with small, raised or fringed material, especially wool.
- "The quilt was beautifully napped with soft wool."
- "The upholstered chair was napped to protect the fabric."
Synonyms
doze , snooze
Rhymes
Words rhyming with nappedmapped , clapped , wrapped
Variants
List of all variants of napped that leads to same resultnap , napped , napping , naps , knap , napless
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meant 'to cover with nap' in the 15th century.
Trivia
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The term 'nap' comes from the Old French word 'naperon' which means 'napkin'.
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In the 16th century, 'napping' was used to describe the process of covering a surface with a layer of wool or other material to make it soft and warm.
Related Concepts
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Napkin: A square piece of fabric, often made of linen or cotton, used for folding and placing on the lap during meals.
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Nap mat: A thick, padded mat used for resting or sleeping, often made of wool or foam.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'napping' has been used metaphorically to describe taking a short break or rest. In art, 'napped' fabric has been used to create texture and depth.
How to Memorize "napped"
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visualize
- Visualize a person taking a short rest or sleeping lightly. Visualize a surface covered with small, raised material.
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associate
- Associate the word 'nap' with taking a short rest or sleep. Associate the word 'napped' with a surface covered with small, raised material.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Napping is a Nap for the body and Napkin for the table' to remember the meanings of 'nap' and 'napped'.
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