idling

noun — 2 senses

idling

noun
1

An idle period; something done idly.

2

The state of running at idle.

Of an engine or the vehicle that contains it

  • NO IDLING [sign posted where excess truck exhaust is unwelcome]
Derived terms
idling speed
Related terms
loafing, loitering

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