Definitions
v. Hang or bend down, often from weakness or tiredness.
下垂；低垂
Example
The flowers began to droop in the afternoon heat.
鲜花在午后的高温下开始低垂。
During prolonged droughts, leaves often droop as plants lose water and struggle to maintain their structure.
长期干旱期间，植物因失水而难以维持形态，叶片往往会下垂。
Collocations
- drooping eyelids
- flowers droop
- shoulders droop
Word family
- droopy (adj.)
Synonyms
- sag
Usage tip
常形容花叶、眼皮或肩膀因缺水、疲倦而下垂。
FAQ
- What does droop mean?
- Hang or bend down, often from weakness or tiredness.
- How is droop pronounced?
- UK /druːp/, US /druːp/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
