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straggle

|strag/gle|

/ˈstræɡəl/

move slowly, fall behind

Etymology

Etymology Information

'straggle' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'straglen,' which is a frequentative of 'straken,' meaning 'to roam.'

Historical Evolution

'straglen' transformed into the modern English word 'straggle.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to roam or wander,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to move slowly or fall behind.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to move along slowly, typically in a small, irregular group, so as to remain some distance behind the person or people in front.

The hikers began to straggle behind the leader.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41