Idler
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈaɪ̯dləː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Idler is a noun meaning One who idles; one who spends their time in inaction.
Meaning
One who idles; one who spends their time in inaction.
More Meanings
- One who idles; a lazy person; a sluggard.
- (nautical, dated) Any member of a ship's crew who is not required to keep the night-watch.
- comparative form of idle: more idle
- A mechanical device such as a pulley or wheel that does not transmit power through its own axle, but forms part of a gear train, supports a moving belt, etc.
Example Sentences
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN. […] Four run stones, Munson underrunners, 3 ft diameter. […] All with idlers and in the best condition.
Word Forms
- idlers
Synonyms for idler
Depending on context, synonyms include dawdler, deadbeat, dogfucker, do-naught, do-nothing, dosser.
Antonyms for idler
Common opposites include achiever, doer, dynamo, go-getter, overachiever.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include layabout, loafer, do-nothing, lazybones, faineant, interim.
Related Dictionary Tools
Sources & Attribution
FreeDictionaryAPI.com / Wiktionary · Original source · CC BY-SA 4.0
Dictionary data is provided by FreeDictionaryAPI.com and sourced from Wiktionary under its stated license.