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noun

Definition of loungenext
as in couch
a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters the kids were stretched out on the lounge watching TV

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verb

ˈlau̇nj How to pronounce lounge (audio)
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as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion the construction workers spent their break lounging in the shade behind the building

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as in to lazy
to spend time doing nothing after putting in tons of overtime at the office, all we wanted to do on vacation was lounge around

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How does the verb lounge differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of lounge are idle, laze, loaf, and loll. While all these words mean "to spend time doing nothing," lounge, though occasionally used as equal to idle or loaf, typically conveys an additional implication of resting or reclining against a support or of physical comfort and ease in relaxation.

he lounged against the wall

When would idle be a good substitute for lounge?

The meanings of idle and lounge largely overlap; however, idle may be used in reference to persons that move lazily or without purpose.

idled the day away

When could laze be used to replace lounge?

While the synonyms laze and lounge are close in meaning, laze usually implies the relaxation of a busy person enjoying a vacation or moments of leisure.

lazed about between appointments

When is it sensible to use loaf instead of lounge?

In some situations, the words loaf and lounge are roughly equivalent. However, loaf suggests either resting or wandering about as though there were nothing to do.

she does her work and then loafs the rest of the day

In what contexts can loll take the place of lounge?

The words loll and lounge can be used in similar contexts, but loll also carries an implication of a posture similar to that of lounge, but places greater stress upon an indolent or relaxed attitude.

lolling on the couch

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Recent Examples of lounge
Noun
The sumptuous design extends throughout the property, from the dining room, adorned with Murano glass chandeliers and wall sconces, to the moody bar and lounge with its fine wood paneling and custom ironwork. — Tia Lovisa Moreira, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026 Think expansive pools and a spa, a gourmet restaurant and bar, an elegant lounge and card rooms, and interior and exterior gathering spaces that are perfect for socializing while maintaining a sense of privacy and exclusivity. — Gl Homes, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
Verb
Unlike during recovery months when high-intensity skiing and snowboarding take precedence, the remainder of the year is much more focused on lounging, pampering and connecting with other guests. — Dahvi Shira, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 The complex also will have a players lounge, 11 bars, 46 elevators, 2,700 underground parking spaces and 800 ground-level spaces. — Joe Marusak july 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for lounge
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounge
  1. couch
  2. relax
  3. bum
  4. sofa
  5. rest
  6. chill
  7. bask
  8. laze
Noun
  • The humble accessory that once adorned fainting couches in early 19th-century portraiture is appearing across modern bedrooms, from Ariel Kaye’s house to Brunch With Babs’s Connecticut home to this Palm Beach Spanish-style retreat.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026
  • Article is offering up to 40% off everything from outdoor lounge chairs to couches and more.
    — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 1 July 2026
Definition of couch
Verb
  • From adults-only pools to tranquil spas, these luxury resorts offer relaxing escapes tailored to travelers over 50.
    — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • Cable and telecom lobby groups submitted comments supporting the FCC plan to eliminate or relax various requirements.
    — Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 6 July 2026
Definition of relax
Verb
  • Great, for once the Leafs won’t bum me out!
    — Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 26 June 2026
  • Some were drawn first to the language and its interna ideo, only to later realize the travel benefits involved; others had learned the language specifically to bum around.
    — Katie Thornton, Harpers Magazine, 26 May 2026
Definition of bum
Noun
  • The living room’s large enough to hold a sofa and a dining nook, and the bedroom can fit a king.
    — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 6 July 2026
  • It's equipped with two sofas and separate chairs that convert into multiple sleeping arrangements, along with two private in-room sinks, restrooms, and showers.
    — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026
Definition of sofa
Verb
  • Allow the ribs to rest at room temperature while preparing the smoker.
    — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • Norway, which rested starter and fan-favorite Erling Haaland for its group play finale against France on Friday, June 26, is looking to reach the Round of 16 for the first time since 1998.
    — Jaclyn Hendricks, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Definition of rest
Verb
  • These can be made into a wafer shape as well by shaping the dough into logs and chilling it before making 1/4-inch-thick slices.
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
  • After cooling, place toothpicks around perimeter of custard, then cover with plastic wrap (don’t let plastic touch custard) and keep chilled.
    — Rachel Dolfi, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 July 2026
Definition of chill
Verb
  • So there’s no better time than right now to cut off the screens and the urban gray noise, and bask in a show that’s been going on for billions of years.
    — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 3 July 2026
  • As noted in archive news reports, Chicagoans weren't basking in air conditioning during the heat wave in 1955.
    — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Definition of bask
Verb
  • The pigs that would soon enough become lunch lazed in the compost-pile mud in front of a five-star-hotel-worthy view of the Cretan Sea.
    — Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026
  • The sense of just how much there is to do in this part of the world—the length of the scale between lazing and becoming ultra-active—is palpable.
    — Lauren Keith, Robb Report, 30 May 2026
Definition of laze

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