slow

A1
Pronunciation
/sləʊ/
/sloʊ/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Someone who is slow; a sluggard.

2 Definition

A slow song.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make (something) run, move, etc. less quickly; to reduce the speed of.

2 Definition

To keep from going quickly; to hinder the progress of.

3 Definition

To become slow; to slacken in speed; to decelerate.

Adjective
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

Taking a long time to move or go a short distance, or to perform an action; not quick in motion; proceeding at a low speed.

Example Sentences
  • a slow train;  a slow computer
2 Definition

Not happening in a short time; spread over a comparatively long time.

3 Definition

Of reduced intellectual capacity; not quick to comprehend.

4 Definition

Not hasty; not tending to hurry; acting with deliberation or caution.

5 Definition

(of a clock or the like) Behind in time; indicating a time earlier than the true time.

Example Sentences
  • That clock is slow.
6 Definition

Lacking spirit; deficient in liveliness or briskness.

7 Definition

(of a period of time) Not busy; lacking activity.

Example Sentences
  • I'm just sitting here with a desk of cards, enjoying a slow afternoon.
Adverb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Slowly.

Example Sentences
  • That clock is running slow.