Meaning of linger

Definition of linger

(verb) remain present although waning or gradually dying; "Her perfume lingered on"
be about; "The high school students like to loiter in the Central Square"; "Who is this man that is hanging around the department?"
leave slowly and hesitantly
take one's time; proceed slowly
(noun) a rockfish of the Pacific coastal waters of North America

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