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lag

verb, noun

/læɡ/

Meaning

To fall behind in movement, progress, or development; a delay or period of falling behind.

The old computer tends to lag when running new software.

time lag

delay, fall behind, slow, slacken, linger

advance, progress, lead

lag behind, time lag, performance lag, system lag

to make an abrupt, unsteady, or uncontrolled movement; a sudden movement or stagger

to carry, endure, or give birth to; also refers to a large wild animal

To cut or scoop out a deep hole or groove; to overcharge unfairly.

to investigate thoroughly; a device used for exploration or examination

to extend or spread out; to make something longer or wider

to cause someone to realize that something is not as good as they believed