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Lounging: meaning, definitions and examples

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lounging

 

[ ˈlaʊndʒɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

relaxing at home

To lounge means to sit or lie in a relaxed or lazy way. It is often associated with taking it easy and not being in a hurry.

Synonyms

laze, loll, recline

Examples of usage

  • I spent the whole afternoon lounging on the sofa.
  • She enjoys lounging by the pool on sunny days.
  • Instead of working, he prefers to lounge around the house.
Context #2 | Noun

furniture

A lounge is a room in a house or hotel where people can sit and relax. It is typically furnished with comfortable seating.

Synonyms

living room, parlor, sitting room

Examples of usage

  • The hotel lobby has a cozy lounge area for guests.
  • We have a lounge with a large sofa and armchairs in our living room.
  • When friends come over, we gather in the lounge to chat.

Translations

Translations of the word "lounging" in other languages:

🇵🇹 relaxando

🇮🇳 आराम करना

🇩🇪 entspannen

🇮🇩 bersantai

🇺🇦 відпочивати

🇵🇱 relaksować się

🇯🇵 くつろぐ

🇫🇷 se détendre

🇪🇸 relajarse

🇹🇷 rahatlamak

🇰🇷 쉬다

🇸🇦 الاسترخاء

🇨🇿 odpočívat

🇸🇰 odpočívať

🇨🇳 放松

🇸🇮 sprostiti se

🇮🇸 slaka á

🇰🇿 демалу

🇬🇪 დასვენება

🇦🇿 istirahət etmək

🇲🇽 relajarse

Etymology

The word 'lounging' originated from the Old French word 'loungier,' which meant 'lie at full length.' Over time, it evolved to encompass the idea of relaxation and leisurely sitting or lying down. The concept of lounging has been associated with comfort and relaxation throughout history, with lounges becoming popular spaces for socializing and unwinding.

See also: lounge, loungewear.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,204, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.