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droop

The correct spelling is droop.

How to pronounce droop

/ˈdɹuːp/
noun

IPA: /ˈdɹuːp/

Say it like: Droo-p

The correct spelling is droop. Something which is limp or sagging For example: "He walked with a discouraged droop."

Usage Examples

He walked with a discouraged droop.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Something which is limp or sagging
  2. 2.A condition or posture of drooping

verb

  1. 1.To hang downward; to sag.
  2. 2.To slowly become limp; to bend gradually.
  3. 3.To lose all energy, enthusiasm or happiness; to flag.
  4. 4.To allow to droop or sink.
  5. 5.To proceed downward, or toward a close; to decline.

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