leisour
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leisure — [14] The etymological idea underlying leisure is that of ‘having permission’, and hence of ‘having the freedom to do as one likes’. The word came via Anglo Norman leisour from Old French leisir. This was a noun use of a verb that meant ‘be… … The Hutchinson dictionary of word origins
leisure — [14] The etymological idea underlying leisure is that of ‘having permission’, and hence of ‘having the freedom to do as one likes’. The word came via Anglo Norman leisour from Old French leisir. This was a noun use of a verb that meant ‘be… … Word origins
leisure — n. 1 free time; time at one s own disposal. 2 enjoyment of free time. 3 (usu. foll. by for, or to + infin.) opportunity afforded by free time. Phrases and idioms: at leisure 1 not occupied. 2 in an unhurried manner. at one s leisure when one has… … Useful english dictionary
leisar — leisar, leisour obs. forms of leisure n … Useful english dictionary
