Meaning & Definition of word "Sag"
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Sag
/sæɡ/
noun:
- 1. a drooping or sinking condition
- Example: The sag of the roof indicated that repairs were needed soon.
- 2. a decline or decrease in performance or value
- Example: There was a noticeable sag in morale among the employees.
verb:
- 1. to bend or droop downwards under weight or pressure
- Example: The heavy load caused the shelf to sag in the middle.
- 2. to diminish in strength or intensity; to weaken
- Example: Her enthusiasm began to sag after hours of waiting.
- 3. to decline in quality or effectiveness
- Example: The company’s profits started to sag after the market crash.
Etymology
Middle English saggen, from Old Norse saga
Common Phrases and Expressions
sag under pressure:
to become weaker or to give way when faced with difficulties.
sagging spirits:
an expression of feeling low or discouraged.
Related Words
droop:
to bend or hang down.
slump:
to suddenly fall or sit heavily.
Slang Meanings of sag
Meaning: to be tired or exhausted.
Example Sentence: After that workout, I'm totally sagging.
Meaning: to lose energy or interest.
Example Sentence: The party started to sag once the DJ left.