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Definition casual in American English

casual adjective

adjective
/ˈkæʒuəl/
Example

The bar has a casual low-key atmosphere.

Example

The interview took place around the kitchen table and was very casual.

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1.1

seeming relaxed and not worried about anything

Example

Paul tried to sound casual but I could tell something was worrying him.

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1.2

used when you are criticizing someone for being too relaxed or not careful enough about what they do or say

Example

The report notes the firm's casual attitude towards safety procedures.

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3

happening without being planned or thought about

Example

a casual meeting/remark

Example

The disease cannot be spread by casual contact.

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a casual laborer

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The workforce is mainly unskilled and casual.

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4.1

used about jobs that are not regular or permanent

Example

casual employment

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5

doing something sometimes, but not often or regularly

Example

casual moviegoers

Example

Even casual readers of the business pages will be aware of Greenspan's influence.

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casual friendships

Example

He described himself as a casual acquaintance of the Kennedys'.

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He was only looking for casual sex.

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Definition casual in American English