Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
potter-around
verb
/ˈpɒt.ə.rəˈaʊnd/
Definition
to spend time doing things that are not very important or serious; to occupy oneself in a casual or aimless way.
Examples
- On sunny afternoons, I like to potter around the garden, tending to my plants.
- Instead of working on his project, he decided to potter around the house and do some minor fixes.
- They spent the weekend pottering around the local markets, enjoying the sights and sounds.
Meaning
The term describes engaging in light, leisurely activities or tasks without a specific goal or urgency, often leading to a relaxed state of mind.
Synonyms
- fritter away
- dawdle
- mess around
- loaf
- tinker
