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Definition of: loiter
(loi′tər) v.i.
1. To remain or pause idly or aimlessly; loaf.
2. To travel in a leisurely manner and with frequent pauses; linger on the way; dawdle.
—v.t.
3. To pass (time) idly: with away. [<Du. leuteren shake, totter, dawdle]
—loi′ter·er noun
—loi′ter·ing adjective & noun
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