Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
idling
verb
/ˈaɪ.dlɪŋ/
Definition
The act of being inactive or not engaged in any productive activity.
Examples
- He spent the afternoon idling in the park, watching the clouds.
- The car was idling at the traffic light.
- Instead of studying, she found herself idling away her time on social media.
Meaning
Idling refers to a state where someone or something is not doing anything or is not being put to use. It often conveys a sense of waiting or being at rest.
Synonyms
- loafing
- lingering
- dawdling
- resting
