Pronunciation: /dræɡ/
noun a theatrical term for a costume or outfit worn by a performer
A1 I had to drag my suitcase through the airport.
A2 She struggled to drag the heavy box across the room.
B1 The drag of the fishing line caused it to tangle.
B2 The car had a lot of drag due to its boxy shape.
C1 The drag on the economy caused by the pandemic is significant.
C2 The drag force on the airplane was calculated to optimize fuel efficiency.
verb to wear clothing characteristic of the opposite sex, typically as a form of entertainment
A1 I drag my feet when I'm tired.
A2 She dragged the heavy box across the room.
B1 The team had to drag themselves out of bed early for the competition.
B2 The car dragged along the road with a flat tire.
C1 The company was dragged into a legal battle over copyright infringement.
C2 The scandal continued to drag on for months, affecting the company's reputation.
formal The worker had to drag the heavy machinery across the warehouse floor.
informal I had to drag myself out of bed this morning.
slang I don't want to go to that party, it's going to be a total drag.
figurative His negative attitude can really drag down the whole team.
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