lounge

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verb

ˈlau̇nj 

lounged; lounging

intransitive verb

: to act or move idly or lazily : loaf

was lounging on the sofa

transitive verb

: to pass (time) idly

… returned to Rome to lounge away the remainder of his days …

—J. A. Froude

lounge

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noun

1

: a place for lounging: such as

a

: a room in a private home or public building for leisure activities : living room

also : lobby

b

: a room in a usually public building or vehicle often combining lounging, smoking, and toilet facilities

2

: a long couch

Synonyms of lounge

Verb

• relax
• rest
• bask

Noun

• couch
• sofa

Choose the Right Synonym for lounge

idle, loaf, lounge, loll, laze mean to spend time doing nothing.

idle may be used in reference to persons that move lazily or without purpose.

idled the day away

loaf suggests either resting or wandering about as though there were nothing to do.

she does her work and then loafs the rest of the day

lounge, though occasionally used as equal to idle or loaf, typically conveys an additional implication of resting or reclining against a support or of physical comfort and ease in relaxation.

he lounged against the wall

loll also carries an implication of a posture similar to that of lounge, but places greater stress upon an indolent or relaxed attitude.

lolling on the couch

laze usually implies the relaxation of a busy person enjoying a vacation or moments of leisure.

lazed about between appointments

Examples of lounge in a Sentence

Verb

She was lounging on the sofa.

He was lounging by the pool all afternoon.

Noun

The hotel has a television lounge.

We gathered in the hotel lounge for a couple of drinks.

She sat on the lounge.

They had a long, leisurely lounge by the pool.

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

In the Art Institute drawing, a woman savors a chunk of carrot cake while lounging topless amid twenty-one other figures performing semi-aerobic choreography across the wall. —Jeremy Lybarger, Artforum, 2 June 2026

Special occasions celebrators, romantic weekenders, limelight-shunning VIPs, and families who want to be by the water can all be found lounging around the resort. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026

Noun

Rich, warm, toffee tones carry throughout the lobby and lounges; the space offers grand views over the Chao Praya and the Thai river homes across the water. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026

Two guests may accompany the Primary Cardmember to the lounges free of charge. —Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 2 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Verb and Noun

origin unknown

First Known Use

Verb

1508, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Noun

1775, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing lounge

• chaise lounge
• cocktail lounge
• lounge car
• lounge chair
• lounge lizard
• lounge suit
• sun lounge

Kids Definition

lounge

1 of 2 verb

ˈlau̇nj 

lounged; lounging

1

: to move or act in a lazy, slow, or tired way : loaf

2

: to stand, sit, or lie in a lazy relaxed manner

lounger noun

lounge

2 of 2 noun

1

a

: a room with comfortable furniture for lounging

b

: a room in a public building or vehicle furnished for lounging and often with toilets and smoking facilities

2

: a long couch