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Meaning of loiter

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

loiter

Pronunciation:/ˈlɔɪtə(ɹ)//ˈlɔɪtɚ/

verb

Definitions

To stand about without any aim or purpose; to stand about idly.
Example: For some reason, they discourage loitering outside the store, but encourage it inside.
Synonyms:hang aroundlepak (Malaysia, Singapore)linger
To remain at a certain place instead of moving on.
For an aircraft to remain in the air near a target.

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