Woolgathering

Pronunciation: /ˈwʊɫˈɡæðɝˈɪŋ/

Woolgathering (noun)

  1. The act of thinking slowly or not paying attention, often while looking away or letting your mind wander.
  2. Unfocused thinking that does not lead to action, especially when someone should be working or listening.

Examples

  • His woolgathering made him miss the instructions.
  • The teacher noticed my woolgathering during the lesson.