verb
Common
lounge
LOWNJ
Lounge (verb) means to relax or recline in a lazy, unhurried way. Example: “On holiday we simply lounge around in the garden and read all day.”
verb
1
To relax or recline in a lazy, unhurried way.
"On holiday we simply lounge around in the garden and read all day."
"He loved to lounge on the sofa all Sunday afternoon."
"They lounged by the pool sipping cold drinks."
noun
1
A room or area meant for relaxing, such as a living room, waiting area, or bar-like venue.
"Guests gathered in the lounge after dinner to chat and drink coffee."
"We waited for our flight in the airport lounge."
"The hotel lounge had live jazz every evening."
2
A long, comfortable couch or sofa.
"The cat curled up at the end of the lounge and purred."
"They bought a new leather lounge for the sitting room."
"She stretched out on the lounge and fell asleep."
How to use lounge
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo relax lazily, or a comfortable room/couch made for doing exactly that.
Common pairings
lounge around
airport lounge
lounge chair
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Word forms
- Plural
- lounges
- Third person singular
- lounges
- Past tense
- lounged
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Etymology
Origin unclear, possibly linked to French s'allonger, "to stretch out or lie down."
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Rhymes for lounge
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What does “lounge” mean?
The word “lounge” means to relax or recline in a lazy, unhurried way. In plain terms, to relax lazily, or a comfortable room/couch made for doing exactly that.
How do you pronounce “lounge”?
“Lounge” is pronounced LOWNJ (/ˈlaʊ̯nd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “lounge” in a sentence?
Here is “lounge” used in a sentence: “He loved to lounge on the sofa all Sunday afternoon.”
What part of speech is “lounge”?
Depending on how it is used, “lounge” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “lounge” come from?
The word “lounge” comes from French. Origin unclear, possibly linked to French s'allonger, "to stretch out or lie down.".
Is “lounge” a common word?
“Lounge” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “lounge” have?
“Lounge” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to relax or recline in a lazy, unhurried way.
What is the difference between a lounge and a living room?
In British English, a lounge is often simply another name for the living room or sitting room. In hotels, airports, and clubs, a lounge is a public area set aside for relaxing or waiting.
What is an airport lounge?
An airport lounge is a comfortable waiting area where travellers can relax, usually with seating and often refreshments. Access is commonly limited to certain ticket classes or membership holders.
What is the difference between a lounge and a lobby?
A lounge is a space designed for relaxing and sitting. A lobby is the entrance or reception area near the doors of a building. The two serve different purposes.
Can a lounge be a piece of furniture?
Yes. Especially in Australian English, a lounge is a long, comfortable couch or sofa. In other varieties of English, the same word more often refers to a room for relaxing.
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