Meanings
How to pronounce "forty winks":
AU
A short sleep, an extra sleep, a nap.
Example: "As you're so tired, why not try to catch forty winks before you leave?"
Example Sentences
1
I just need to take forty winks before we continue the journey.
2
After a long day at work, I like to have forty winks to recharge.
3
I usually take forty winks during my lunch break to refresh myself.
4
He couldn't keep his eyes open and decided to have forty winks.
5
She was feeling sleepy and decided to take forty winks before dinner.