Main Entry: ¹lag

Pronunciation: \ˈlag\

Function: noun

Etymology: probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian dial. lagga to go slowly

Date: 1514

1 : one that lags or is last
2 a : the act or the condition of lagging b : comparative slowness or retardation c (1) : an amount of lagging or the time during which lagging continues (2) : a space of time especially between related events or phenomena : interval
3 : the action of lagging for opening shot (as in marbles or billiards)
4 : a usually long putt struck with the aim of having the ball stop near the hole