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Meaning & Definition of Dillydally in English

English

Dillydally

to waste time or procrastinate


Pronunciation:

/ˈdɪliˌdæli/

Part of Speech:

verb

Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: To waste time through indecision or delay.

    Example Sentence: Stop dillydallying and get to work on your project.

  • Definition: To act in a hesitant or indecisive manner.

    Example Sentence: He was dillydallying instead of making a decision.

Etymology

Origin: Origin of 'dillydally' is unknown, but it likely combines 'dilly' (to dawdle) and 'dally' (to waste time).

Synonyms

procrastinatedawdlelingerhesitatestall

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • don't dillydally: Don't waste time; hurry up.
  • dillydally around: To spend time aimlessly or dawdling.
  • stop dillydallying: Cease wasting time and get moving.

Translations

  • Spanish: dilatar
  • French: traîner
  • German: zögern
  • Russian: тянуть

Related Words

  • procrastinate: to delay or postpone action
  • dawdle: to waste time by being slow or idle
  • linger: to stay in a place longer than necessary

Slang Meanings of dillydally

  • Meaning: to mess around

    Example Sentence: Quit dillydallying and let’s hit the road!

  • Meaning: to drag one's feet

    Example Sentence: He's been dillydallying about getting a job.