FLAGGING


Meaning of FLAGGING in English

I. ˈflagiŋ, -laag-, -laig-, -gēŋ adjective

Etymology: from present participle of flag (VII)

1. : languid , weak

2. : dwindling, diminishing, weakening

flagging hopes

flagging demands for farm products

• flag·ging·ly adverb

II. noun

( -s )

Etymology: flag (III) + -ing

1. : flagstones for paving

2. : a pavement or walk of flagstones

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