: one who spends time idly : an idle, inactive, or lazy person
The idlers in O'Toole's and in the candy store would crowd outside, leaving their beers and chocolate malteds behind. Stephen King
There he assumed the role of society playboy, swell dancer, ready wit and all-around idler, all the while continuing a nearly secret life as a dedicated painter. Frank Getlein
"He has never done anything—he is a selfish idler." Henry James
For this was the regime that was supposed to turn idlers, spongers, beggars and assorted ne'er-do-wells into industrious responsible members of society. Simon Schama