Dally Definition & Meaning

dally
verb
  1. behave carelessly or indifferently; "Play about with a young girl's affection"
  2. waste time; "Get busy--don't dally!"
  3. talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions; "The guys always try to chat up the new secretaries"; "My husband never flirts with other women"
  4. consider not very seriously; "He is trifling with her"; "She plays with the thought of moving to Tasmania"

"Dally" in song lyrics

See how dally is used in real songs:

  • "Like, this, that, dilly, dally"
    Black Moon — Buckshot's Freestyle Joint
  • "I don't shuck and jive and I don't dilly dally"
    k-os — Funky Country
  • "Cali to Dally"
    Monteloco f/ Lawrence Michaels — Drinkz Up

Usage tips for "dally"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dally" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dally to find words that pair well.

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