Drag
Pronunciation: /ˈdræɡ/
Drag (verb)
- To pull something heavy or difficult to move across the ground.
- To make something last longer than necessary or expected.
- To move an icon or file on a computer screen using a mouse.
Examples
- He had to drag the heavy bag across the floor.
- They dragged the fallen tree out of the path.
Common collocations: drag a suitcase, drag a chair, drag a body, drag on, drag out a discussion
Drag (noun)
- Something that is boring or not enjoyable.
- The force that slows down an object moving through air or water.
Examples
- The long speech was such a drag.
- Waiting in line can be a real drag.