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lazy

/ˈleɪzi/
noun
  1. A lazy person.

  2. Sloth (animal).

verb
  1. To laze, act in a lazy manner.

adjective
  1. Unwilling to do work or make an effort; disinclined to exertion.

    "Get out of bed, you lazy lout!"

  2. Causing or characterised by idleness; relaxed or leisurely.

    "I love staying inside and reading on a lazy Sunday."

  3. Showing a lack of effort or care.

    "lazy writing"

Synonymsbone-idle, idle, indolent, slothful, work-shy

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