lag

v. to fall behind or move slower than others; to wrap pipes with material to keep heat in or cold out; n. a delay between two events

verb

R

to fall behind or move slower than others

The slow computer causes the game to lag behind others.

R

to wrap pipes with material to keep heat in or cold out

The plumber will lag the pipes to prevent freezing in winter.

noun

R

a delay between two events

There is a short lag between pressing the button and the light turning on.

to fall behind or move slower than others; to wrap pipes with material to keep heat in or cold out

a delay between two events

Past lagged

3rd Present lags

Progressive lagging

Plural lags

Perfect lagged