meaning of dilatory
1. Inclined to defer or put off what ought to be done at once; given the procrastination; delaying; procrastinating; loitering; as, a dilatory servant.
2. Marked by procrastination or delay; tardy; slow; sluggish; -- said of actions or measures.
3. using cautious slow strategy to wear down opposition; avoiding direct confrontation; "a fabian
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