napping

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Napping refers to sleeping briefly, often during the day. It is also known as dozing, snoozing, or taking a catnap. The word "nap" has been used in English since before the 12th century. While some believe afternoon naps can disrupt nighttime sleep, napping is a natural, periodic loss of consciousness where the body restores itself. Related terms include siesta, slumber, and repose.123

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Napping is a process that may be applied to woollens, cottons, spun silks, and spun rayons, including both woven and knitted types, to raise a velvety, soft surface. The process involves passing the fabric over revolving cylinders covered with fine wires that lift the short,…
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