Drag

/ˈdɹæɡ/ · noun

Meaning

(physics, uncountable) Resistance of a fluid to something moving through it..

Definitions by Sense

1. (physics, uncountable) Resistance of a fluid to something moving through it.
2. (by analogy with above) Any force acting in opposition to the motion of an object.
3. (countable) A device dragged along the bottom of a body of water in search of something, e.g. a dead body, or in fishing.
4. (countable, informal) A systematic search for someone over a wide area, especially by the authorities; a dragnet.
5. (countable, music) A double drum-stroke played at twice the speed of the context in which it is placed.
6. (countable, informal) A puff on a cigarette or joint.
7. (countable, slang) Someone or something that is annoying or frustrating, or disappointing; an obstacle to progress or enjoyment.
8. (countable, slang) A long open horse-drawn carriage with transverse or side seats.

Example Sentences

When designing cars, manufacturers have to take drag into consideration.

A high thrust-to-weight ratio helps a rocket to overcome the effects of gravity drag.

"He told me that he was certain that Coates shot at him. We threw out a drag and landed Coates within an hour."

He got high after just one drag of the joint.

Give me a drag on that roach!

Travelling to work in the rush hour is a real drag.

December 24, 1865, James David Forbes, letter to Dr. Symonds My lectures […] were only a pleasure to me, and no drag.

Yes, I wish that for just one time / You could stand inside my shoes / You'd know what a drag it is / To see you

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• drags
• dragging
• dragged
• drug

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