What does "goof off" mean?

To dawdle, lollygag; to waste time aimlessly or engage in idle activity or inactivity.

What is a synonym for "goof off"?

Common synonyms include: abandon, arse, bum, bum around, bungler, clock watcher.

/ˌɡuf ˈɔf/ verb, slang

verb, slang ·Common ·High school level

Verb

1
To dawdle, lollygag; to waste time aimlessly or engage in idle activity or inactivity. Australia, US, intransitive, slang
"He sat there goofing off all day instead of working."
2
To make a mistake. US, dated, slang, transitive
"He goofed off this whole project."
3
To fall asleep or pass out on drugs. US, dated, intransitive, slang

"He sat there goofing off all day instead of working."