sleeper

noun

ˈslē-pər How to pronounce sleeper (audio)
Definition of sleepernext
as in slumberer
one who sleeps she's a light sleeper and usually wakes up when I get in late

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Recent Examples of sleeper Many active bed cooling systems now offer dual-zone controls, letting each sleeper set their own temperature independently. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026 Each layer plays a role in helping manage heat buildup and supporting airflow rather than allowing warmth to remain concentrated near the sleeper. — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026 The category today spans noise masking, Bluetooth streaming, side-sleeper comfort and sleep tracking. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 19 Aug. 2026 Ozlo also added biometric sensing to the earbuds and light, sound and temperature sensors in the charging case to provide data about both the sleeper and the bedroom environment. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sleeper

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“Sleeper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleeper. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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