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nap
The most common usage refers to a brief period of sleep, often intended to restore energy during the day. It carries a connotation of lightness and brevity, distinguishing it from a full night's sleep or a deep slumber. In textile contexts, the term describes the physical texture of a fabric. This refers to the direction of the fibers; when a fabric has a nap, it feels different depending on whether it is stroked with or against the grain.
Meanings
A short sleep, typically taken during the daytime.
"I usually take a twenty minute nap after lunch."
To sleep for a short period of time, usually during the day.
"She decided to nap for an hour before the party."
The raised, fuzzy surface of a fabric, such as velvet or flannel, consisting of short upright fibers.
"The velvet fabric has a soft, dense nap."
To raise the nap of a fabric through a mechanical process.
"The manufacturer used a special brush to nap the wool."