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   leisure

   /ˈlɛʒə/

   noun

   • 1. time when one is not working or occupied; free time: "people with too much enforced leisure"
   • ▪ use of free time for enjoyment: "increased opportunities for leisure"
   • ▪ opportunity afforded by free time to do something: "writers with enough leisure to practise their art"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French leisir, based on Latin licere ‘be allowed’.

   Scrabble Points: 7

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › leisureLeisure Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of LEISURE is freedom provided by the cessation of activities; especially : time free from work or duties. How to use leisure in a sentence.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishLEISURE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   LEISURE definition: 1. the time when you are not working or doing other duties: 2. the time when you are not working…. Learn more.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishLEISURE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   noun. 1. freedom from the demands of work or duty. She looked forward to retirement and a life of leisure. 2. time free from the demands of work or duty, when one can rest, enjoy hobbies or sports, etc. Most evenings he had the leisure in which to follow his interests. 3. unhurried ease.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › leisureLEISURE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   LEISURE meaning: 1. the time when you are not working or doing other duties: 2. the time when you are not working…. Learn more.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definitionleisure noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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   Definition of leisure noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › leisureLeisure - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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   Leisure is time off, spare time, sweet sweet freedom from the demands of work. It's like playtime for grown-ups.