loll
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /lɒl/
KK: /lɔl/
intransitive verb
Definition
To sit or lie in a relaxed and lazy way, often with parts of the body hanging loosely.
Example
After a long day, I like to loll on the couch and watch TV.
Tense Forms
Past: loll
Past Participle: loll
Conversation
What do you feel like doing today?
I think I just want to loll around and relax.
That sounds nice! We could watch a movie while we loll on the couch.
Perfect! I could use a lazy day.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
loaf
lounge
slouch
Antonyms
hasten
hurry
rise
noun
Definition
A relaxed position or attitude, often lying back or leaning in a lazy way.
Example
After a long day, I enjoyed a loll on the couch with a good book.
Conversation
I love to just loll on the couch after a long day.
That sounds nice! I usually fall asleep when I do that.
Yeah, it’s the perfect way to unwind and relax a bit.
transitive verb
Definition
To allow something to hang or droop loosely, often in a relaxed or lazy manner.
Example
He lolled his head back against the chair, feeling completely at ease.
Tense Forms
Past: lolled
Past Participle: lolled
Conversation
I saw you loll on the couch all afternoon yesterday.
Yeah, I was just too tired to do anything else.
Sometimes it's nice to just loll and relax, right?
Root Explanation
The word 'loll' originates from Middle English 'lollen', meaning to dangle or hang loosely. It is likely of imitative origin, reflecting the action of drooping or hanging down.
Memory Tip
Imagine someone hanging loosely or drooping down — that's what 'loll' means, to relax in a lazy or droopy manner.
Visually Confused Words
lowell
blolly