Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
straggler
noun
/ˈstræɡlər/
Definition
A person or thing that strays or falls behind.
Examples
- During the hike, there was a straggler who lagged behind the group.
- The straggler finally caught up after taking a short break.
Meaning
Someone who does not keep up with a group or falls behind due to slow progress or lagging.
Synonyms
- laggard
- loiterer
- linger
- delayer
