lounger

noun

loung·​er ˈlau̇n-jər How to pronounce lounger (audio)
Synonyms of loungernext
1
: one that lounges
especially : idler
2
: an article of clothing or furniture designed for comfort and leisure use

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The Snuggle Me infant lounger will soon no longer be available in stores, the company originally announced in October. Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025 Travelers are no longer satisfied with just a beach lounger or a basic massage. Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 5 Dec. 2025 The open diamond weave feels particularly unique paired with the dramatic depth of this lounger. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025 Located near downtown Bradenton, the hotel isn’t directly on the Gulf but gives all the same tropical, beachfront vibes thanks to a resort-style pool deck and a waterfront area with cabanas and loungers. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lounger

Word History

First Known Use

1508, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of lounger was in 1508

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“Lounger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lounger. Accessed 18 Dec. 2025.

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