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BNC: 45614 COCA: 36265

idler

1 ENTRIES FOUND:
idler /ˈaɪdl̟ɚ/ noun
plural idlers
idler
/ˈaɪdl̟ɚ/
noun
plural idlers
Learner's definition of IDLER
[count] somewhat old-fashioned
: someone who is lazy or does not work懒汉;游手好闲者
BNC: 45614 COCA: 36265

idler

noun

ˈī-dᵊl-ər How to pronounce idler (audio)
ˈīd-lər
plural idlers
1
: 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
2
a
: idler pulley
This new design eliminates idlers and all the maintenance issues associated with the traditional conveyor design. Biomass Magazine
b
: idler wheel
Some manufacturers use larger drive wheels with smaller idlers that are free to turn on their own axes. Harry H. Poole

Word History

First Known Use

1534, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of idler was in 1534
BNC: 45614 COCA: 36265

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