Oscitation

//ˌɒsɪˈteɪʃən//

Synonyms for "oscitation" (9 found)

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Ossitacio is the latyn worde..In englysh it is named ossitacion yeanynge or gapynge.

Source: wiktionary

But I shall defer considering this subject at large, until I come to my treatise of oscitation, laughter, and ridicule.

Source: wiktionary

These transient fits of oscitation, and inactivity, are perhaps no more than a necessary relaxation to the mind, and serve to quicken its faculties to a more lively sensation of returning pleasure.

Source: wiktionary

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