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drag

 
 
pronunciation:
draeg
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Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: verb
inflections: drags, dragging, dragged
definition 1: to pull along with effort; haul.
We dragged the logs up the hill.
synonyms:
draw, haul
similar words:
lug, pull, tow, trail
definition 2: to move (something) from one place to another on a computer screen by clicking on the object and holding down the mouse button while moving it.
She dragged the documents to a new folder.
definition 3: to search the bottom of.
We dragged the pond for the missing bicycle.
similar words:
dredge, rake
definition 4: to trail behind or on the ground.
Please tie your shoelaces so they won't drag.
definition 5: to go or pass slowly.
Traffic often drags at this time of day.His speech dragged on and on.
synonyms:
crawl, creep, inch
antonyms:
fly
similar words:
loiter, poke
definition 6: to fall behind; lag.
The lame horse dragged behind the rest of the herd.
synonyms:
lag
similar words:
linger, loiter, straggle, trail
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