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dreaming

noun

Simple meaning

The time of the shaping of the physical and spiritual world by the ancestors.

Pronunciation

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dreeming

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ˈdɹimɪŋ

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Definition

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noun

  1. An instance of dreaming; a dream or reverie.

  2. Australian Aboriginal mythology

    The time of the shaping of the physical and spiritual world by the ancestors; the events or beliefs connected to these times.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
Frequency
Moderately Common
Formality
Technical

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dreaming dreams

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  • dreamnounBase word

    A series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep.

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  • dreamernounPerson or profession

    Someone who is dreaming.

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