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    Arrastra (en. Drags)

    /aˈras.tɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To move something across the ground or another surface by dragging it.
    The dog drags its toy all over the house.
    El perro arrastra su juguete por toda la casa.
    To make someone or something be carried without resistance.
    The flow of water drags leaves and branches.
    El flujo del agua arrastra hojas y ramas.
    To take something with oneself, often with difficulty.
    She drags her heavy suitcase through the airport.
    Ella arrastra su maleta pesada por el aeropuerto.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'arrastrar', which comes from the Latin 'tractare', meaning 'to pull' or 'to carry'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to drag one's feet
    To walk slowly and apathetically.
    arrastrar los pies
    to drag a load
    To bear a heavy responsibility.
    arrastrar una carga
    not to drag someone along
    Not to take someone to a place against their will.
    no arrastrar a alguien

    Related Words

    drag
    To move something across the ground.
    arrastrar
    load
    An object that is transported.
    carga
    weight
    The gravity or mass of an object.
    peso

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a difficult or uncomfortable situation.
    That discussion left me dragging; I need some time to clear my head.
    Esa discusión me dejó arrastrando, necesito un tiempo para despejarme.
    To follow someone for personal interest.
    Don't be a drag; don't follow him just because he has money.
    No seas arrastra, no le sigas solo porque tiene dinero.