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 pool-scape is the most quintessentially Palm Springs area of the home, lined with loungers under the meringue yellow umbrellas and encompassing a hot tub that lights up for night-time swims. Kristine Hansen, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026 Spa mavens won’t want to miss out on a visit to the Greenhouse Spa & Salon, with a menu of classic massages, a hydrotherapy pool, aromatic showers, steam rooms, and heated ceramic loungers overlooking the ocean. Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026 Grab a grouping of these loungers to enjoy while entertaining friends and family. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 29 Apr. 2026 Although every room has its own private pool, the main swimming pool is where most people hang out—on loungers, a cocktail in hand, and with a view of pale blue seas stretching to the horizon. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026 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 5 May. 2026.

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