verb
lollygag
Lollygag (verb) means to dawdle; to be lazy or idle; to avoid necessary work or effort.
verb
1
To dawdle; to be lazy or idle; to avoid necessary work or effort.
2
To fool around, especially sexually.
3
To effusively (often excessively) display affection.
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Etymology
By surface analysis, lolly (“fool, tongue”) + gag (“fool around”). Compare lollypoop. Cited in American dialects from 1871 and attested since at least 1859.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of lollygag?
"lollygag" (verb) means to dawdle; to be lazy or idle; to avoid necessary work or effort.
What are the different meanings of lollygag?
"lollygag" has 3 main meanings: 1. To dawdle; to be lazy or idle; to avoid necessary work or effort; 2. To fool around, especially sexually; 3. To effusively (often excessively) display affection.