Lurdane

Alternative forms

• lourdan
• lurdan
• lurden

Origin

From Middle French lourdin ("dullard"), from lourd ("heavy").

Full definition of lurdane

Noun

1. (obsolete) A lazy, stupid person; a sluggard.
• 1603, John Florio, translating Michel de Montaigne, Essays, II.10:I have also seene some excellent Lourdans, or Clownes attired in their ordinary worky-day clothes, and with a common homely countenance, affoord us all the pleasure that may be had from their art ....
• 1828, Walter Scott, :Remember, father Glover, your trade keeps your eyes and hands close employed, and must have your heedful care, even if this lazy lurdane wrought at it, which you know yourself he seldom does.

Anagrams

• Arundel
• launder