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slow


Main Entry: 1slow
Pronunciation: \ˈslō\
Function: adjective
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English slāw; akin to Old High German slēo dull
Date: before 12th century

1 a : mentally dull : stupid <a slow student> b : naturally inert or sluggish
2 a : lacking in readiness, promptness, or willingness b : not hasty or precipitate <was slow to anger>
3 a : moving, flowing, or proceeding without speed or at less than usual speed <traffic was slow> b : exhibiting or marked by low speed <he moved with slow deliberation> c : not acute <a slow disease> d : low, gentle <slow fire>
4 : requiring a long time : gradual <a slow recovery>
5 : having qualities that hinder rapid progress or action <a slow track>
6 a : registering behind or below what is correct <the clock is slow> b : less than the time indicated by another method of reckoning c : that is behind the time at a specified time or place
7 a : lacking in life, animation, or gaiety : boring <the first chapter is a bit slow> b : marked by reduced activity <business was slow> <a slow news week>

slow·ish \ˈslō-ish\ adjective

slow·ness noun


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