Alternative to hanging out? (5)

I believe the answer is:

dryer

(Other definitions for dryer that I've seen before include "tumbler, perhaps" , "Try to obtain (something from someone)" , "Airer" , "Moisture-extracting machine" , "Water extractor" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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