Definitions

1. verb

to fall or remain behind in speed, progress, or performance

“The old car began to lag behind on the steep hill.”

2. verb

to cause a delay or slowing in the movement or progress of something

“The traffic jam started to lag the entire city.”

3. noun

a delay or slowing in the movement or progress of something

“The lag in internet connection was frustrating.”

4. noun

the back or rear part of something

“The lag of the stage was obstructed by the curtains.”

5. noun

the difference in size or amount between two things

“The lag between the two groups made it difficult to compare their performances.”

6. noun

a feeling of tiredness or lack of energy

“After a long day, I started to feel a lag in my body.”

7. noun

a rear or trailing part of a wave or current

“The lag of the wave was visible on the surface.”

8. adjective

relating to or characterized by a delay or slowing in movement or progress

“The lagging team struggled to catch up with the leaders.”

9. adjective

being in the back or rear part of something

“The lagging edge of the wing was prone to turbulence.”