shuteye

American  

[shuht-ahy] / ˈʃʌtˌaɪ /

noun

Informal.

1. sleep.

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shuteye British  

/ ˈʃʌtˌaɪ /

noun

1. an informal term for sleep

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Etymology

Origin of shuteye

First recorded in 1895–1900; shut + eye

Example Sentences

Johnson, R-La., shared with reporters that the real margin was much more comfortable than the final tally implied, laying into one member of his party for missing the vote to catch some shuteye.

From Salon

With a third of American adults already not getting the recommended seven hours of nightly shuteye, catching up can be difficult.

From Seattle Times

Due to the rise in both technology and sleep issues, "white noise" sound machines, apps and streaming playlists have become a necessity for many to get some good shuteye.

From Salon

She says we need to have airflow to feel cool when sleeping - as that's when we get the best shuteye.

From BBC

Sharks benefit from some shuteye, and biologists in Australia and New Zealand think they’ve begun to understand why.

From Science Magazine