nap
//næp//
Noun
napSingular
napsPlural
1
A short sleep, especially during the day.
I took a short nap after lunch.
Verb
napInfinitive
napPresent tense
nappedPast tense
nappedPast participle
nappingPresent participle
napsThird-person singular
1
To sleep lightly or briefly, especially during the day.
I like to nap on the sofa after lunch.
Noun
napSingular
napsPlural
1
The raised fibers on the surface of fabric, giving it a soft texture.
Brush the velvet in the direction of the nap to keep it smooth.