Dawdle Definition & Meaning
dawdle
- verb
- take one's time; proceed slowly
- waste time; "Get busy--don't dally!"
- hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc.
Words that rhyme with dawdle
Usage tips for "dawdle"
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