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idler in French

idler in French is fainéant, fainéante — idler means a person who does nothing and avoids activity.

idler in French

fainéant
noun
One who idles; a lazy person; a sluggard.
fainéante
noun
One who idles; a lazy person; a sluggard.

What does "idler" mean?

  1. noun A person who does nothing and avoids activity.
  2. noun A lazy person who avoids doing any work.
  3. noun A sailor who does not have to keep watch at night.
  4. noun A wheel or pulley in machinery that guides or supports a moving belt or chain without itself driving power.
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What is "idler" in French?
"idler" in French is fainéant, fainéante. idler means: A person who does nothing and avoids activity.
Are there other ways to say "idler" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "idler": fainéant, fainéante.
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