drag

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to move or happen very slowly in a way that feels boring.

v. to proceed heavily or laboriously; to seem to pass very slowly due to boredom or lack of interest.

“The meeting started to drag after the first two hours of talking.”

“The afternoon dragged as we waited for the final results to be announced, with every minute feeling like an hour.”

B1 · Intermediate Computing

v. to move something on a computer screen by holding down the mouse button.

v. to move an icon or window on a graphical user interface by clicking and holding the pointer device.

Español:arrastrar

“Just drag the file into the folder to save it.”

“You can drag the selected text to the new document window to copy it instantly without using the keyboard.”

C1 · Advanced Slang · Informal

v. to say mean things about someone or point out their mistakes in public.

v. to criticize someone harshly or mock them, often in a public or social media context.

“People on the internet started to drag the actor for his rude comments.”

“The comedian was dragged on social media for several days after his controversial set went viral.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Informal

n. something or someone that is boring, annoying, or makes progress difficult.

n. a person or thing that is tedious or a hindrance to progress.

“Having to work on a Saturday is such a drag.”

“The constant administrative delays proved to be a real drag on the project's overall momentum.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Science Technical

n. the force of air or water that slows down a moving object.

n. the resistive force exerted by a fluid, such as air or water, acting in opposition to the motion of an object.

“The car's shape is designed to reduce drag and save fuel.”

“Engineers modified the aircraft's wingtips to minimize induced drag and improve overall aerodynamic efficiency.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Theater Informal

n. clothing usually worn by the opposite sex, often for a show or performance.

n. the practice of dressing in clothing typically associated with the opposite sex, especially for theatrical or entertainment purposes.

“He performed in drag at the local club every Friday night.”

“The history of drag as an art form is deeply rooted in theatrical traditions and LGBTQ+ culture.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Informal

n. one act of breathing in smoke from a cigarette.

n. an act of inhaling smoke from a cigarette, cigar, or pipe.

“He took a long drag on his cigarette before answering the question.”

“She paused for a final drag before crushing the cigarette out in the overflowing ashtray.”