slack

Definition

• n. dust consisting of a mixture of small coal fragments and coal dust and dirt that sifts out when coal is passed over a sieve
• n. a stretch of water without current or movement
• n. the quality of being loose (not taut)
• n. a cord or rope or cable that is hanging loosely

Word forms

Present participle

slacking

Past tense

slacked

Third person singular

slacks

Past participle

slacked

Comparative

slacker

Superlative

slackest

Example sentences

1. n.

   During the slack season, many shops offer discounts to attract customers.

2. a.

   The slack rope made it difficult for him to climb the mountain.

3. adv.

   She completed the task slackly, which caused some mistakes.

4. vt.

   He decided to slack his pace to enjoy the scenery.

5. vi.

   If you slack off in your studies, your grades may drop.