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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Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom Amenities: Fireplace, patio, fire pit, outdoor furniture, grill, loungers Distance From NYC: 2 hours by car. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2024 Both places have padded loungers, day beds, bar service, and gorgeous ocean views. Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2024 This comfy lounger is rated for up to 450 pounds, a detachable pillow, and can be cleaned really easily with a quick wipe down with soapy water. Savannah Smith, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024 Staying on a cruise ship in port can allow guests to take advantage of a ship’s amenities without worrying about lines at the buffet or snagging a coveted lounger by the pool. Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 10 Oct. 2024 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 21 Nov. 2024.

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