I. ˈdrau̇z verb
( drowsed ; drows·ing )
Etymology: probably akin to Gothic driusan to fall — more at dreary
Date: 1573
intransitive verb
1. : to be inactive
2. : to fall into a light slumber
transitive verb
1. : to make drowsy or inactive
2. : to pass (time) drowsily or in drowsing
II. noun
Date: 1796
: the act or an instance of drowsing : doze