laze I. \ˈlāz\verb (-ed/-ing/-s) Etymology: back-formation from lazy (I) intransitive verb : to act or lie lazily < lazing in the sun > : lazy, idle transitive verb : to pass (as time) in idleness or relaxation < laze away whole days > II. noun (-s) : the act or state of lazing < a long laze at the beach > : idleness, laziness, relaxation