Lounge Lizard

Pronunciation: /laʊndʒ ˈlɪzərd/

Definitions of lounge lizard

noun a person who habitually loiters in the lobbies of hotels

Example Sentences

A1 The lounge lizard sat by the pool all day.

A2 The hotel had a lounge lizard who played piano in the lobby.

B1 The lounge lizard was known for always wearing flashy suits.

B2 The lounge lizard charmed his way into VIP events.

C1 The lounge lizard was a regular fixture at exclusive parties.

C2 The lounge lizard's smooth talk and slick appearance made him a hit with the social elite.

Examples of lounge lizard in a Sentence

formal The elegant lounge lizard sat comfortably in the plush armchair, sipping on his martini.

informal That lounge lizard is always hanging out at the bar, trying to charm the ladies.

slang The lounge lizard is a smooth operator when it comes to picking up dates.

figurative He may seem like a lounge lizard, but deep down he is a kind-hearted person.

Grammatical Forms of lounge lizard

• past tense: lounged
• plural: lounge lizards
• comparative: more lounge lizard
• superlative: most lounge lizard
• present tense: lounges
• future tense: will lounge
• perfect tense: have lounged
• continuous tense: is lounging
• singular: lounge lizard
• positive degree: lounge lizard
• infinitive: to lounge
• gerund: lounging
• participle: lounging

Origin and Evolution of lounge lizard

First Known Use: 1920 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'lounge lizard' originated in the United States in the early 20th century.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a man who loiters in lounges, bars, or nightclubs to seduce women, the term 'lounge lizard' has evolved to also refer to a man who is seen as sleazy or untrustworthy due to his behavior in social settings.