Definitions

1. verb

to become or make something less tight or firm, often gradually

“The rope began to slacken under the weight of the heavy load.”

2. verb

to become or make something less intense or energetic

“The team’s performance began to slacken towards the end of the game.”

3. verb

to reduce or make something less severe

“The government tried to slacken the economic sanctions.”

4. noun

a period of inactivity or reduced activity

“The team’s slacken in the last quarter of the season cost them the championship.”

5. noun

a part of a rope or cord that is not taut

“The slacken in the rope was causing it to swing precariously.”