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loitered

The correct spelling is loitered.

How to pronounce loitered

verb

IPA: /ˈlɔɪ.tə(ɹ)d/

Say it like: Loy-ter-ed

The correct spelling is loitered. To stand about without any aim or purpose; to stand about idly. For example: "For some reason, they discourage loitering outside the store, but encourage it inside."

Usage Examples

For some reason, they discourage loitering outside the store, but encourage it inside.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To stand about without any aim or purpose; to stand about idly.
  2. 2.To remain at a certain place instead of moving on.
  3. 3.For an aircraft to remain in the air near a target.

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