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