woolgathering
/ˈwʊlˌɡæðərɪŋ/
noun
- The act of daydreaming or being lost in thought; absent-mindedness.
- A bit of woolgathering can be relaxing after a long day.
- His woolgathering during the meeting annoyed his boss.
- She was accused of woolgathering when she forgot the appointment.
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adjective
- Given to daydreaming; inattentive or distracted.
- He had a woolgathering expression as he stared at the clouds.
- The woolgathering student didn't notice the bell had rung.
- Her woolgathering nature sometimes made her miss important details.
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