lounge
UK: laʊndʒ | US: laʊndʒ
n. a comfortable room for relaxing or waiting
vi. to sit or lie in a relaxed way
n. a type of casual bar or seating area (e.g., airport lounge)
lounge = loun<to lean idly> + ge<verb/noun suffix>
- loun<to lean idly>: From obsolete French s'allonger (to stretch out), influenced by Middle English lounen (to lounge).
- ge: A suffix forming nouns or verbs, often indicating action or place.
Etymology Origin:
The word lounge originated in 16th-century English, derived from the French s'allonger (to stretch out), reflecting the relaxed posture associated with lounging. Over time, it evolved to describe both the act of reclining and the spaces designed for relaxation, such as lounges in homes or public areas.
She decided to lounge on the sofa all afternoon.
The hotel lobby features a luxurious lounge with plush seating.
Passengers waited in the airport lounge before their flight.
He lounged by the pool, enjoying the sunshine.
The café has a cozy lounge area for customers to relax.