leisurely

adverb

lei·sure·ly | \ ˈlē-zhər-lē,

ˈle-, ˈlā-\

Definition of leisurely

(Entry 1 of 2)

: without haste : deliberately

leisurely

adjective

Definition of leisurely (Entry 2 of 2)

: characterized by leisure : unhurried a leisurely pace

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Examples of leisurely in a Sentence

Adverb

the old hound dog leisurely sauntered over to his water bowl to take a drink

Adjective

They strolled along at a leisurely pace. proceeding in a leisurely fashion After a leisurely lunch, we went to see a movie.

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But short trips between apartments and metro stops or leisurely rides across parks remained a vacuum until recently. — Umair Irfan, Vox, "Electric scooters’ sudden invasion of American cities, explained," 7 Sep. 2018 Furniture was designed to put you in a certain mood, like reclining leisurely or sprawling out. — Diana Budds, Curbed, "Inside the maximalist, kaleidoscopic interiors of Verner Panton," 4 Sep. 2018 The pace is leisurely, only partly because the path there is not maintained. — Sarah Kaplan, Washington Post, "Fossil hunting 101: Lessons from a self-taught dinosaur tracker," 16 June 2018 Kyle caddied for Garrett two years ago at the Canadian Open and plays leisurely himself. — BostonGlobe.com, "After working NHL playoffs, referee Garrett Rank qualified for US Open," 13 June 2018 Our Friday meal is a cenetta: intimate, rustic and leisurely served. — Mary Bergin, chicagotribune.com, "Chow down on the farm this summer at special dinners in America's Dairyland," 9 July 2018 Kyle caddied for Garrett two years ago at the Canadian Open and plays leisurely himself. — BostonGlobe.com, "After working NHL playoffs, referee Garrett Rank qualified for US Open," 13 June 2018 Where golf carts formerly rushed past, mothers leisurely push strollers. — Kate Talerico, The Courier-Journal, "Going out of business, golf courses become prime redevelopment targets," 5 July 2018 In other words, speedy stepping may strengthen the heart better than leisurely strolling, in keeping with long-standing associations between exercise and cardiovascular health. — Jamie Ducharme, Time, "Why You Should Pick Up the Pace When You Walk," 1 June 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective

Go for a leisurely stroll near the fields of lavender, which fill the air with a lovely aroma. — Condé Nast Traveler, "23 Best Things To Do In Mexico City," 4 Mar. 2018 The former, priced up to $50,000 each, sold out before the opening; the latter, priced at one-tenth of Stegner’s portraits, earned critical raves but sold at a more leisurely clip. — Michael Slenske And Molly Langmuir, The Cut, "Who’s Afraid of the Female Nude?," 18 Apr. 2018 Attending leisurely events to check out pretty things is part of being a Fashion Director. — Rajni Lucienne Jacques, Teen Vogue, "7 Spring 2019 Trends You'll See Everywhere Next Season," 20 Oct. 2018 Designating 12th Avenue Northeast as a bicycle corridor for leisurely travel. — Michelle Baruchman, The Seattle Times, "Transfers at Husky Stadium station were ‘horrendous,’ for some users, so U District community devised a plan for its future stop," 15 Oct. 2018 Some drivers roll up in a leisurely frame, stretching their legs and lingering in hopes that a friend or familiar face will show up to chat. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, "Loud, Crowded, Grease-Stained, and Gloriously Drunk: Where the World Eats After Hours," 8 Oct. 2018 Take a leisurely bike ride on the uncrowded path that circles the bay, rent a kayak or bliss out in a paddleboard yoga class. — Dorothy O'donnell, latimes.com, "On a weekend escape to Pacific Beach, you can party on the boardwalk and chill on the bay," 5 July 2018 Prepare for a leisurely dinner in an awesome ambiance. — Jessi Walker, Marie Claire, "Weekend Travel Guide: Where to Stay, Eat and Drink in Boston," 22 May 2018 These performances were in public and private spaces, sometimes on a theatrical stage or in the form of a leisurely stroll in the street alongside white people. — Aisha Harris, New York Times, "When Black Performers Use Their ‘White Voice’," 10 July 2018

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leisurely

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of leisurely

: not hurried : slow and relaxed

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leisurely

adjective

lei·sure·ly | \ ˈlē-zhər-lē

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Kids Definition of leisurely

: unhurried a leisurely walk

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