somnambulation

[US]/ˌsɒm.næm.bjuˈleɪ.ʃən/
[UK]/ˌsɑːm.næm.bjuˈleɪ.ʃən/

Translation

n.The act or state of walking while asleep; sleepwalking.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

somnambulation episodes

somnambulation tendency

prevent somnambulation

treat somnambulation

somnambulation problem

frequent somnambulation

occasional somnambulation

somnambulation occurs

sleepwalking somnambulation

child somnambulation

Example Sentences

the child experienced a terrifying somnambulation episode last night.

episodes of somnambulation are common in children between ages 4 and 8.

childhood somnambulation usually decreases as the child reaches puberty.

she suffers from somnambulation and often wakes up in strange places.

some adults tend to somnambulation during periods of extreme stress.

somnambulation in adults can be a sign of underlying psychological issues.

violent somnambulation is rare but can be dangerous for the sleeper.

the doctor noted that midnight somnambulation runs in her family.

her somnambulation behavior includes walking around the house while asleep.

common triggers of somnambulation include sleep deprivation and fever.

parents should childproof their home if their child shows signs of somnambulation.

sleepwalking or somnambulation typically occurs during deep sleep stages.

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