Word Meaning

linger definition and meaning

a. To delay; to loiter; to remain or wait long; to be slow or reluctant in parting or moving; to be slow in deciding; to be in suspense; to hesitate.
v. t. To protract; to draw out.
v. t. To spend or pass in a lingering manner; -- with out; as, to linger out one's days on a sick bed.

Crossword clues for linger

- Dawdle
- Delay or loiter
- Hang about
- Hang around
- Perhaps Nigel has right to stay behind
- Procrastinate
- Stay longer ... changing only a little
- Tarry