Dictionary Entry

idler

noun

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Meaning

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A person who avoids work or spends time doing nothing productive.

Example Sentence

The park bench was full of idlers watching pigeons instead of heading to work.

Usage Note

Use "idler" when you want to describe someone who habitually avoids work or activity, often with a negative tone suggesting laziness.