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idler
UK
/ˈaɪ.dlə/
US
/ˈaɪ.dlər/
idlers
pl
UK
/ˈaɪ.dlə/
US
/ˈaɪ.dɚ/
Translations
He was known as the idler of the group, never contributing to any project.
Он был известен как лентяй в группе, никогда не вносящий вклад в проекты.
The idler spent his days lounging in the park, watching the world go by.
Бездельник проводил свои дни, бездельничая в парке и наблюдая за окружающим миром.
Additional translations
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The idler spent his days lounging in the park, watching the world go by.
The idler in the conveyor system helps to maintain tension and guide the belt.
Synonyms
UK
/ˈaɪdlə/
US
/ˈaɪdlɚ/
Used both as the comparative form of the adjective "idle" and, attributively, before another noun to denote a mechanical part that supports or transmits motion without driving.
Definitions
The idler gear meshes with the primary gears to reverse the direction of rotation.
Synonyms
idler
Comp.
idler
Comp.
idlest
Super.
UK
/ˈaɪ.dl/
US
/ˈaɪ.dəl/
Translations
He spent the afternoon in idle relaxation.
Он провел день в праздном отдыхе.
The idle workers were waiting for new tasks.
Бездельные рабочие ждали новых заданий.
His idle promises were never fulfilled.
Его пустые обещания никогда не выполнялись.
Additional translations
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The factory has been idle for several months due to the lack of orders.
His idle chatter was not appreciated during the serious meeting.
She was criticized for being idle and not contributing to the project.
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The mechanic adjusted the engine's idle to smooth out the vibration.
During the factory's idle, the workers took a break.
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He idled away the afternoon by the lake, enjoying the peaceful scenery.
The car idled quietly in the driveway as she waited for her friend.
They idled through the streets, window shopping and chatting.