Lin·ger v. i. [imp. & p. p. Lingered p. pr. & vb. n. Lingering.] To delay; to loiter; to remain or wait long; to be slow or reluctant in parting or moving; to be slow in deciding; to be in suspense; to hesitate.
Nor cast one longing, lingering look behind. --Gray.
Perhaps thou linger'st, in deep thoughts detained. --Milton.
Syn: -- To loiter; lag; saunter; delay; tarry; stop; hesitate.