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Meaning of dawdle

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

dawdle

Pronunciation:/ˈdɔːdəl/

noun

Definitions

  1. A dawdler.

  2. A slow walk, journey.

  3. An easily accomplished task; a doddle.

verb

Definitions

  1. To spend time idly and unfruitfully, to waste time.

  2. To spend (time) without haste or purpose.

    Example: to dawdle away the whole morning

  3. To move or walk lackadaisically.

    Example: If you dawdle on your daily walk, you won't get as much exercise.