low-slung

adjective

ˈlō-ˌsləŋ 

: relatively low to the ground or floor

a low-slung convertible

a low-slung modern building

a low-slung sofa

Synonyms of low-slung

• short
• little
• low
• small

Examples of low-slung in a Sentence

only low-slung hotels have been built around the lake, so development isn't as intrusive as at other resorts

Recent Examples on the Web

The low-slung, stone-and-concrete architecture is built to disappear into the cliff, with sunken suites and planted roofs that blend into the terrain. — Monica Mendal, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026

They can be worn low-slung and have a thin drawstring waistband for an adjustable fit. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2026

Designers at Pininfarina were called on to pen the elegant, flowing lines of this low-slung, two-door racer, which Modena’s Carrozzeria Fantuzzi hand-formed in aluminum. — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 31 July 2026

The slouchy, low-slung fit exudes effortless cool, the denim is soft and lived-in, and the pockets add a unique detail. — Jordan Julian, InStyle, 31 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for low-slung

• among
• hirschsprung
• unsung
• bling
• bung
• clung
• dung
• flung
• fung
• hung
• lung
• rung