sleeping power en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
From sleeping (“dormant”) + power.
Meanings
- (in-plural) A power which is unused, or which has not been exercised for a long time; especially one which is extensive, but little-known.
- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see sleeping, power.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| sleeping powers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |