leisures

lei·sure

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Definitions of leisures word

noun leisures freedom from the demands of work or duty: She looked forward to retirement and a life of leisure. 1
noun leisures 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. 1
noun leisures unhurried ease: a work written with leisure and grace. 1
adjective leisures free or unoccupied: leisure hours. 1
adjective leisures having leisure: the leisure class. 1
adjective leisures (of clothing) suitable to or adapted for wear during leisure; casual: a leisure jacket. 1

before 1250

One of the 11% oldest English words

1250-1300; Middle English leisir < Old French, noun use of infinitive ≪ Latin licēre to be permitted

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 94% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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