In simple, everyday language, the word "idle" means doing nothing, resting, or sitting inactive. If a person is idling, they are taking a break and not working. If a car engine is idling, the car is turned on and running, but it is parked and not moving anywhere. If a computer or video game is sitting idle, it means no one is pressing any buttons or moving the mouse, so the system is just waiting quietly for user input. In short, idle describes any moment when something is powered on or capable of working, but it is currently pausing and resting without doing any active tasks.
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