First Known Use: 1508
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1lounge
verb \ˈlau̇nj\
: to sit or lie in a relaxed way : to spend time resting or relaxing
loungedloung·ing
Full Definition of LOUNGE
intransitive verb
: to act or move idly or lazily : loaf
transitive verb
: to pass (time) idly
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Origin of LOUNGE
origin unknown
Synonym Discussion of LOUNGE
idle, loaf, lounge, loll, laze mean to spend time doing nothing. idle may be used in reference to persons that move lazily or without purpose <idled the day away>. loaf suggests either resting or wandering about as though there were nothing to do <she does her work and then loafs the rest of the day>. lounge , though occasionally used as equal to idle or loaf, typically conveys an additional implication of resting or reclining against a support or of physical comfort and ease in relaxation <he lounged against the wall>. loll also carries an implication of a posture similar to that of lounge, but places greater stress upon an indolent or relaxed attitude <lolling on the couch>. laze usually implies the relaxation of a busy person enjoying a vacation or moments of leisure <lazed about between appointments>.
Rhymes with LOUNGE
2lounge
noun
Definition of LOUNGE
1
: a place for lounging: as a : a room in a private home or public building for leisure activities : living room; also : lobby b : a room in a usually public building or vehicle often combining lounging, smoking, and toilet facilities
2
: a long couch
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First Known Use of LOUNGE
1775
LOUNGING Defined for Kids
1lounge
verb \ˈlau̇nj\
loungedloung·ing
Definition of LOUNGE for Kids
: to stand, sit, or lie in a relaxed manner <Cluny lounged nonchalantly against the tree. — Brian Jacques, Redwall>
2lounge
noun
Definition of LOUNGE for Kids
1
: a comfortable room where someone can relax
2
: a room with comfortable furniture for relaxing
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