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dawdler

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Dawdler (noun) means someone who moves slowly or wastes time.

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Someone who moves slowly or wastes time.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from dawdle and -er.

Synonyms

trailer lagger drone poke laggard

Related words

hit nose pound trailer buzz preview thrust drone

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What is the meaning of dawdler?

"dawdler" (noun) means someone who moves slowly or wastes time.

What is another word for dawdler?

Other words for "dawdler" include trailer, lagger, drone, poke, laggard.

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