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Meaning of linger

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

linger

Pronunciation:/ˈlɪŋɡə//ˈlɪŋɡɚ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To stay or remain in a place or situation, especially as if unwilling to depart or not easily able to do so; to loiter.

  2. To remain alive or existent although still proceeding toward death or extinction; to die gradually.

  3. (often followed by on) To consider or contemplate for a period of time; to engage in analytic thinking or discussion.