sleeper

Definition

Someone who sleeps.

Etymology

From Middle English sleper, equivalent to sleep + -er.

Example Sentences

• "I'm a light sleeper: I get woken up by the smallest of sounds."
• "She's a heavy sleeper: it takes a lot to wake her up."
• "Waveless mattresses are for those who prefer a more stationary [night's sleep]; semiwaveless for those who want a slight rocking motion, and free-flow for sleepers who want the feel of a boat. All beds come with temperature controls, and king- and queen-size models offer dual controls."