nap
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈnæp// UK //nˈæp// nap
n. a short sleep, usually during the day when you are not in bed. People often take one in the afternoon to feel more energetic.
n. a brief period of sleep, typically taken during daylight hours outside of the primary nocturnal sleep cycle.
I usually take a quick nap after lunch.
The toddler was cranky because he missed his afternoon nap and refused to play with his toys.
While some cultures view a midday nap as a sign of laziness, others integrate the practice into their daily schedules to improve cognitive performance and cardiovascular health.
Usage
Commonly used with the verbs 'take' or 'have'.