Definitions

1. noun

A person who is slower or less energetic than others, especially in a group or team effort.

“The team’s straggler struggled to keep up with the others during the marathon.”

2. noun

Something that is left behind or lags behind others, such as a plant or a process.

“The straggler of the seedlings was eventually weeded out of the garden.”

3. verb

To move or go slowly, especially in a group or team effort.

“The team straggled behind the others, unable to catch up.”