Meaning & Definition of word "Drag"

Drag

/dræɡ/

1. A force that acts to pull something back or down.
- Example: The drag on the plane increased as it descended.
2. A tedious or annoying situation.
- Example: Waiting in line was a drag, especially on such a hot day.
3. A form of entertainment involving exaggerated clothing and performance, typically by men dressing as women.
- Example: The drag show was filled with vibrant costumes and talent.

1. To pull something along with a force that overcomes resistance.
- Example: He had to drag the heavy box across the room.
2. To move slowly or with difficulty.
- Example: She felt too tired to do anything but drag her feet down the hallway.
3. To draw out or prolong a situation.
- Example: The meeting was dragging on longer than expected.

Middle English draggen, from Old English dragan; related to Old Norse draga.

drag one's feet:

To procrastinate or delay action.

drag on:

To continue for an excessively long time.

drag down:

To lower in mood or condition.

drag race:

A type of motor racing in a straight line.

drag it out:

To prolong unnecessarily.

dragging:

The act of pulling something along.

dragged:

Past tense of drag, meaning something has been pulled.

dragnet:

A method of catching criminals or fish, often involving a large net.

dragger:

Something that pulls or drags.

Meaning: To engage in the culture of drag performance.

Example Sentence: He really knows how to drag at the club.

Meaning: To annoy or bore someone.

Example Sentence: This lecture is such a drag!