asmr

noun
UK /ˌeɪ.es.emˈɑː/
US /ˌeɪ.es.emˈɑːr/

Quiet, gentle sounds that make some people feel calm and sleepy.

She listens to ASMR of soft whispering to help her fall asleep.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A tingling feeling some people get in their head or skin from certain sounds.

The tapping gave him a pleasant ASMR tingle down his neck.

3. A type of online video made to help people relax or sleep.

He watched an ASMR video of rain on a window before bed.

4. The community and hobby of making or sharing calming sound recordings.

She joined an ASMR group where people share gentle sound clips.