lounger

noun

loung·​er ˈlau̇n-jər How to pronounce lounger (audio)
1
: one that lounges
especially : idler
2
: an article of clothing or furniture designed for comfort and leisure use

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The deep green modern lounger is just different enough from the standard shades of most outdoor furniture, while its 60-inch length provides ample space for one person to spread out or for two to comfortably sit on. Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2025 Beach loungers and umbrellas can be reserved (from $17 for the day) with full food and beverage service. Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 14 Mar. 2025 Award-winning chef Vladimir Mukhin brings a unique Russian twist to every dish, while beach loungers along the shoreline invite guests to relax, sip champagne, and transition seamlessly from lunch to nighttime. Katharina Kotrba, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024 Of course, the star of the show here is the outdoor living area, with two loungers plus additional tables and chairs surrounding the large private pool looking out over lush foliage and the ocean below. Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 2 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lounger

Word History

First Known Use

1508, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of lounger was in 1508

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“Lounger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lounger. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.

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