What is the meaning of woolgathering?

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noun

An idle indulgence in fantasy.

verb

Have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy.
- synonyms: dream, daydream, woolgather, stargaze

adjective

Dreamy in mood or nature.
- usage: "a woolgathering moment"
- synonyms: dreamy, moony

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