As a Noun: 1. The avoidance of physical work. English = laziness. 2. The act of doing no physical or practical work and thinking deeply about something instead. English = reflection, thinking. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To do nothing, especially when other people are working and when you are expected to work also. English = (be) lazy, (be) idle. 2. To do nothing except think deeply about something. English = ponder, reflect.