dilatory
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/ˈdɪlət(ə)ɹi/
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/ˈdɪlət(ə)ɹi/ · /daɪˈleɪt(ə)ɹi/ · /ˈdɪləˌtɔɹi/
Definition of dilatory
3 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included
adj
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(not-comparable)Intentionally delaying (someone or something), intended to cause delay, gain time, or adjourn decision.
“a dilatory strategy”
“Alva, as usual, brought his dilatory policy to bear upon his adversary with great effect.”
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adj
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(not-comparable)Intentionally delaying (someone or something), intended to cause delay, gain time, or adjourn decision.
“a dilatory strategy”
“Alva, as usual, brought his dilatory policy to bear upon his adversary with great effect.”
- (not-comparable)Slow or tardy.
- (not-comparable)Relating to dilation; dilative.
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Etymology
From Middle English dilatorie, from Old French dilatoire, from Latin dīlātōrius (“extending or putting off (time)”), from dīlātor, from differō. Not etymologically related to delay.
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