Definition of "asleep" in English

adjective

1. In a state of sleep; also, broadly, resting.

   • I was asleep when you called.
   • Never disturb a man asleep.

2. (slang) Inattentive.

   • How could you miss that? Were you asleep?

3. (of a body part) Having a numb or prickling sensation accompanied by a degree of unresponsiveness.

   • My arm fell asleep. You know, like pins and needles.

4. (euphemistic) Dead.