CEFR B2

layabout

noun

Meaning

A person who habitually does little or no work; an idler or loafer.

Examples

The old man was seen as a layabout by the villagers, always sitting on his porch.
Despite his parents' efforts, he remained a layabout, never pursuing a career.

Synonyms: loafer, idler, slacker, ne'er-do-well

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layabout (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈleɪəˌbaʊt/

Definition

A person who habitually does little or no work; an idler or loafer.

Examples

The old man was seen as a layabout by the villagers, always sitting on his porch.
Despite his parents' efforts, he remained a layabout, never pursuing a career.
She was tired of being seen as a layabout and decided to find a job.

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