Meaning of lollygag in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈlɑliˌɡæɡ/

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  1. Verb

    lollygag

    Etymology

    mid 19th century: of unknown origin

    Definitions

    1. be about

    Examples

    • « The high school students like to loiter in the Central Square »
    • « Who is this man that is hanging around the department? »

    Derived terms

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