Definitions

1. noun

a person who does not work or is idle, especially in a way that is considered useless or lazy

“Her idler brother spent most of his day playing video games instead of helping with chores.”

2. verb

to avoid doing something, especially work, because it is unpleasant or requires effort

“He idled away his summer vacation, watching TV instead of taking a job to earn money.”

3. adjective

relating to or characteristic of an idle person or thing

“The idler’s car was left to rust in the driveway for months.”