Word Verb
sagging
v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈsæɡɪŋ/ UK /sˈæɡɪŋ/ sag·ging
Definition
v.to hang down or fall into a lower position because something is weak or worn out. You use this to describe things like clothes, walls, or even a person's mood.
v.to hang down or fall into a lower position due to weakness, wear, or lack of support. Often describes physical structures or emotional states.
Examples
“The old rope is sagging between the two trees.”
“After the heavy rain, the wooden fence began to sagging in the middle because of the wet soil.”
“The economist warned that the country's sagging infrastructure would eventually hinder its ability to compete in the global market if immediate investment was not secured.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
Updated