v. i.
Nor cast one longing, lingering look behind. Gray. [ 1913 Webster ]
Perhaps thou linger'st, in deep thoughts detained. Milton.
v. t.
She lingers my desires. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who lingers. Guardian. [ 1913 Webster ]
‖n. [ F. ] Linen goods collectively; linen underwear or nightclothes, esp. of women; the clothing of linen and cotton with its lace, etc., worn by a women. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]
a.
To die is the fate of man; but to die with lingering anguish is generally his folly. Rambler. [ 1913 Webster ]
adv. With delay; slowly; tediously. [ 1913 Webster ]