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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.

Synonyms

  • Orthodox Sleep
  • NREM Sleep
  • Nonrapid Eye Movement Sleep
  • NREM

Hypernyms

  • Sleep
  • Slumber
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