leisure — time when you are not working or doing other duties; free time for enjoyment
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: time when you are not working or doing other duties; free time for enjoyment
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈliːʒər/
Example Sentences
- My boss works 24/7 - I wonder if he knows what leisure means.
- She enjoys painting during her leisure hours.
- The leisure industry has grown rapidly in recent years.
leisure
NOUN[/ˈliːʒər/]
time when you are not working or doing other duties; free time for enjoyment
They spent their leisure time fishing by the lake.
She used her leisure time to read novels in the garden. (LEISURE = FREE TIME TO ENJOY)
Leisure brings pleasure and becomes a treasure of life.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word leisure derives from Old French 'leisir', which originated from Latin 'licere' meaning 'to be permitted' or 'to be allowed'. The concept evolved to denote time when one is permitted to do as one pleases, rather than time constrained by obligation.
Breakdown
The root comes from Latin licere (to be permitted, to be allowed). The Old French form leisir developed the sense of 'free time' or 'time at one's disposal', reflecting the underlying meaning of being permitted or permitted activity.
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📝Examples
“My boss works 24/7 - I wonder if he knows what leisure means.”
“She enjoys painting during her leisure hours.”
“The leisure industry has grown rapidly in recent years.”
“He's so busy that leisure is just a myth to him.”
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