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Definition |
someone
falls asleep very easily and quickly |
Examples |
1) After working a twelve hour shift yesterday, I was
out like a light as soon as I got into bed.
2) After a tiring day of hiking, she collapsed onto the couch and
was soon out like a light. |
Etymology |
Being 'knocked out' in a boxing match
involves a sudden and forceful loss of consciousness during a fight. |
Synonyms |
crash, drop off |
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