Definitions
v. Move or develop more slowly than others
落后；滞后
n. A delay between related actions, events, or changes
延迟；时间间隔
Example
I always lag behind my sister on steep hills.
走陡坡时，我总是落在姐姐后面。
Investment in rural transport often lags behind urban development, limiting access to jobs and essential services.
农村交通投资往往落后于城市发展，限制了人们获得工作和基本服务的机会。
Collocations
- lag behind
- time lag
- a lag in development
Usage tip
常用lag behind表示落后；过去式为lagged。
FAQ
- What does lag mean?
- Move or develop more slowly than others A delay between related actions, events, or changes
- How is lag pronounced?
- UK /læɡ/, US /læɡ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
