slee
per
Plural
sleepers
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a rester who is sleeping
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pajamas with feet; worn by children
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a sleeping section or berth in a train or other means of transportation
A sleeper is a section or carriage in a train or other form of transportation designed for passengers to sleep during long journeys. It includes beds or reclining sleeping areas, sometimes in private rooms and sometimes in shared spaces. Sleepers are commonly found on overnight trains and long-distance buses, providing bedding and other features like curtains or small washrooms to make travel more comfortable.
- She slept soundly in the sleeper during the journey.
- The sleeper was equipped with a fold-down bed.
- They upgraded to a deluxe sleeper for added comfort.
- They had a sleeper compartment for the overnight train.
- The sleeper compartment included amenities such as a sink and mirror.
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4
a horizontal support beam that connects the rails of a railroad track and helps distribute the weight of passing trains
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a movie, novel, play, etc. that is initially underappreciated, but gains sudden and unexpected success later on
A sleeper is a film, book, or other media that initially goes unnoticed or receives little attention but later gains popularity and success. Despite a modest or unremarkable start, a sleeper eventually attracts a large audience or significant acclaim over time. This term often describes works that exceed expectations and become unexpectedly popular or influential.
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tropical fish that resembles a goby and rests quietly on the bottom in shallow water
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a piece of furniture that can be opened up into a bed
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an unexpected achiever of success
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a spy or saboteur or terrorist planted in an enemy country who lives there as a law-abiding citizen until activated by a prearranged signal