idler

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Synonyms: idle, adler, idles, sidler, ider, idled, iller, fidler, edler, isler, iler

Antonyms: idle, adler, idles, sidler, ider, idled, iller, fidler, edler, isler, iler

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Noun

1. One who [[idle]]s; one who spends their time in [[inaction]].
2. One who [[idle]]s; a [[lazy]] person; a [[sluggard]].
3. {{lb|en|nautical|dated}} Any member of a ship's [[crew]] who is not required to keep the night-watch.<ref>{{R:OED2}}</ref>
4. A mechanical device such as a [[pulley]] or [[wheel]] that does not transmit [[power]] through its own axle, but forms part of a gear train, supports a moving belt, etc.<ref>http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/idler%20wheel</ref><ref>http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/idler+pulley</ref>

Adjective

1. {{en-comparative of|idle}}

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