Nonrapid Eye Movement (Noun)
Meaning
A recurring sleep state during which rapid eye movements do not occur and dreaming does not occur; accounts for about 75% of normal sleep time.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Nonrapid eye movement sleep is crucial for physical recovery and restoration of the body's tissues.
- During nonrapid eye movement sleep, the brain waves slow down and become more synchronized.
- Nonrapid eye movement sleep is typically characterized by a decrease in body temperature and a slower heart rate.
- Research suggests that nonrapid eye movement sleep plays an important role in the consolidation of memories.
- Nonrapid eye movement sleep is often referred to as "deep sleep" due to its restorative properties.