[1895–1900; shut + eye]This word is first recorded in the period 1895–1900. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: backstage, backwind, cutback, flamenco, neon
Examples of 'shuteye' in a sentence
shuteye
Sometimes they are even forced to move rooms to get some serious shuteye.
The Sun (2017)
There is no more luxurious way to get some shuteye on a long-haul flight.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
It tracks how many hours of shuteye you're getting each night too.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
No wonder the man can't get any shuteye.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The key is in the length of shuteye.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Lack of shuteye increased sadness, anger and sleepiness, but reduced energy.
The Sun (2016)
Six in ten reckon the quality of their shuteye makes them look better.
The Sun (2018)
If you're expecting comfy beds and eight blissful hours of shuteye, you'll be disappointed.
The Sun (2015)
The skin renewal and repair processes are at their most intense when you're getting some shuteye.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
In one half 2,500 chickens would live for 39 days, with 30 minutes' shuteye every 24 hours.