/ˈleɪzi/

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Meaning

Not wanting to work or do anything; happy to rest instead of being busy.

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Word origin

From an old Low German word laisig, meaning weak or slow, of uncertain path into English.

Origin
Middle English
Root
laisig

Examples

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Here "lazy" means not wanting to move or do anything.

; .

"Lazy" describes someone who will not work.

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Here "lazy" means slow and restful, with little work.

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This word is taught in chapter 31, lesson 7: lazy, ultimate, musician and 7 more words.