lounger

noun

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

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Perfect for small homes and apartments, this sofa bed can be used as a lounger, chair, bed, and even an ottoman. Kaitlin Gates, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2025 The exterior deck on this level is outfitted for alfresco dining, with loungers surrounding an oculus that affords spectacular views of all below. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2024 As the day winds down, catch the sunset from a bayside lounger, sip on a mocktail at Lido Bayside Grill, and then kickback at the outdoor firepit lounge. Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025 To fill your free time, bike around the grounds, grab a lounger by the 108-foot infinity pool, or head to the spa, the hotel’s pièce de résistance. Christina Liao, Vogue, 3 Jan. 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 17 Feb. 2025.

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