drag
/dræɡ, dræɡ/Definitions
1. verb
to pull or draw something along a surface, often with difficulty or resistance
“The hikers had to drag their heavy backpacks up the steep hill.”
2. noun
a slow or labored movement, especially of a vehicle or an animal
“The drag of the car through the mud slowed down their journey.”
3. noun
a style of music originating in the southern United States, characterized by slow rhythms and soulful melodies
“The drag music scene was thriving in the city’s underground clubs.”
4. noun
a performance, especially of a drag queen, often characterized by elaborate costumes and dance
“The drag show was a huge hit at the festival, with its colorful performances and humor.”
5. verb
to make someone or something feel sad, bored, or unenthusiastic
“The long line at the store began to drag on the customers, who grew impatient and frustrated.”
6. noun
in computing, a feature that slows down or hinders the performance of a computer or a website
“The browser’s drag was caused by the numerous extensions installed on it.”
7. verb
to slow down or delay something, often unintentionally
“The traffic jam began to drag on the commuters, who were already running late for work.”