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dil·a·to·ry
\ˈdiləˌtōrē, -tȯr-, -ri, chiefly dial -ˌter-\ adjective
Etymology: Late Latin dilatorius causing delay, from Latin dilatus (suppletive past participle of differre to postpone, delay) (from di- — from dis- apart — + latus carried, suppletive past participle of ferre to carry) + -orius -ory — more at dis-, tolerate
1. : tending or having the intent to cause delay
< obstructive and dilatory tactics >
2. : characterized by procrastination or delay : tardy : slow
< he is dilatory in answering letters >
< dilatory payment of bills >
Synonyms: see slow |