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asleep

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/əˈsliːp/ English

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  1. In a state of sleep; also, broadly, resting.“I was asleep when you called.”
  2. Inattentive.“How could you miss that? Were you asleep?”
  3. (of a body part) Having a numb or prickling sensation accompanied by a degree of unresponsiveness.“My arm fell asleep. You know, like pins and needles.”
  4. Dead

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