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sleepy

The correct spelling is sleepy.

How to pronounce sleepy

/ˈsliːpi/
noun

IPA: /ˈsliːpi/

Say it like: Slee-pee

The correct spelling is sleepy. The gum that builds up in the eye; sleep, gound. For example: "a sleepy drink or potion"

Usage Examples

a sleepy drink or potion

a sleepy English village

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The gum that builds up in the eye; sleep, gound.

adjective

  1. 1.Tired; feeling the need for sleep.
  2. 2.Suggesting tiredness.
  3. 3.Tending to induce sleep; soporific.
  4. 4.Dull; lazy; heavy; sluggish.
  5. 5.Quiet; without bustle or activity.

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