Meaning
To dawdle; to be lazy or idle; to avoid necessary work or effort.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
By surface analysis, lolly (“fool, tongue”) + gag (“fool around”). Compare lollypoop. Cited in American dialects from 1871 and attested since at least 1859.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles: