Sleeping for a short period of time, usually during the day; a brief rest.
From Middle English 'nappe' (to doze), from Old English 'hnappian.' The word's exact origin is uncertain, but it may be imitative of snoring or gentle sleeping sounds.
Studies show that even a 20-minute nap can boost your memory and mood—yet calling it 'napping' instead of 'sleeping' helps people admit they do it without feeling lazy, so language literally affects how we rest.
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