draggle in English
- draggle⇄draggle, verb, -gled,-gling.
- draggle⇄v.i. 1. to become wet or dirty by dragging through mud, water, dust, or wet snow.
2. to follow slowly; lag behind; straggle.
Ex. With heavy hearts they draggled at the heels of his troop (Washington Irving).
3. to trail on the ground. - draggle⇄v.t. to make wet or dirty by dragging through mud, water, dust, or wet snow.
draggle in Sindhi سنڌي
Draggle
Part of Speech
Verb
Pronunciation
/ˈdræɡəl/
Definitions
1. To drag or trail something, typically in wet or muddy conditions, leaving a soiled or messy path.
2. To make something wet or dirty by dragging it along the ground, especially in a puddle or a muddy surface.
3. (Figurative) To move or proceed with difficulty or in an unkempt or disordered manner.
Usage Examples
- Her shoes were draggled after walking through the muddy field.
- The curtain draggled in the wet snow as we tried to hang it outside.
- He draggled his coat in the rain, making it look worn and dirty.
- She draggled through the forest, leaving a trail of mud behind her.
Etymology
The word "draggle" originates from the late Middle English term "draglen," which is a diminutive of "drag." It combines the idea of dragging with the sense of causing something to be soiled or made untidy. The suffix "-le" adds a sense of action or result, often in a manner that conveys messiness or disorder.
Synonyms
- Drag
- Tug
- Tow
- Traipse
- Trudge
Antonyms
- Lift
- Carry
- Raise
- Pull
- Push
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| German | Schleppen | /ˈʃlɛpən/ |
| French | Traîner | /tʁɛ.nɛʁ/ |
| Spanish | Arrastrar | /araˈstɾar/ |
| Italian | Trascinare | /traʃinaˈre/ |
| Russian | Тащить | /tæɕˈɪtʲ/ |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 拖 | /tuō/ |
| Japanese | 引きずる | /hikizuru/ |
| Arabic | سحب | /sahb/ |
| Hindi | खींचना | /kheenchna/ |
| Portuguese | Arrastar | /aʁasˈtaʁ/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- American English: /ˈdræɡəl/
- British English: /ˈdræɡəl/
- Australian English: /ˈdræɡəl/
Historical Usage
Historically, the term "draggle" was used to describe the process of dragging something through the mud or water, often leaving a trail of dirt behind. The word was commonly used in reference to animals, such as dragging a cart or a tool, as well as in human activities. Over time, it evolved to encompass more figurative meanings, such as moving or progressing slowly with effort or in a messy way.
Cultural Nuances
The word "draggle" is often associated with a negative or undesirable state, as it conveys the idea of making something dirty or untidy through dragging. It can also be used in a metaphorical sense to refer to slow or ineffective progress, commonly used in relation to tasks or efforts that are seen as arduous or unproductive.
More Information
"Draggle" is a versatile word that is used in both literal and figurative contexts. While it originally referred to the act of dragging something through mud or water, it has expanded to describe any type of messy or slow-moving action. It can be used to describe anything from walking through a muddy field to describing the slow dragging of time in certain situations. The word emphasizes the difficulty and disorder that is involved in the action.