Meaning & Definition
noun
the act of sagging; a downward droop.
The sagging of the old roof was a sign that it needed repairs.
a condition in which an object hangs or droops downward.
The sagging of the fence was evident after the harsh winter.
verb
to sink or bend downward; to droop.
The old hammock was sagging in the middle after years of use.
to decline or diminish in strength, quality, or intensity.
Sales have been sagging for the past three quarters.
to show a tendency to sag or be loose.
His trousers were sagging around his waist because he forgot to wear a belt.
Etymology
Derived from the Middle English 'sagen', meaning to sink or diminish.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sagging shoulders:
A posture indicating weariness or weakness.
sagging pants:
Pants that are worn below the waist and are not fitted properly.
Slang Meanings
Wearing pants that are intentionally low to expose underwear.
He's got that sagging style with his baggy jeans.
Referring to something that has lost its firmness or quality.
That cake is sagging because it needs more flour.