Pronunciation: /ˈlɔɪtərɪŋ/
noun the act of lingering or hanging around in a public place with no clear purpose
A1 Loitering is not allowed in this area.
A2 The security guard asked the teenagers to stop loitering outside the store.
B1 The city council passed a law against loitering in public places.
B2 The police officer warned the group about loitering near the park after dark.
C1 The signs clearly state that loitering will not be tolerated on these premises.
C2 The homeowners' association implemented strict rules to prevent loitering in the neighborhood.
verb to stand or wait around without a clear purpose
A1 He was loitering outside the store.
A2 The security guard told the teenagers to stop loitering in the parking lot.
B1 The police issued a warning to the group of people loitering near the train station.
B2 The city implemented a new ordinance to prevent loitering in certain areas.
C1 The neighborhood association hired security to deter loitering in the community.
C2 The mayor proposed stricter penalties for loitering to improve public safety.
formal Loitering is prohibited in this area according to city ordinance.
informal Hey, stop loitering around and come join us for a game.
slang The security guard kicked us out for loitering near the entrance.
figurative His mind seemed to be loitering on thoughts of the past, unable to focus on the present task at hand.
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