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slower

The correct spelling is slower.

How to pronounce slower

adjective

IPA: /ˈsləʊə/

Say it like: Slo-wer

The correct spelling is slower. Taking a long time to move or go a short distance, or to perform an action; not quick in motion; proceeding at a low speed. For example: "a slow train;  a slow computer"

Usage Examples

a slow train;  a slow computer

That clock is slow.

I'm just sitting here with a desk of cards, enjoying a slow afternoon.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Taking a long time to move or go a short distance, or to perform an action; not quick in motion; proceeding at a low speed.
  2. 2.Not happening in a short time; spread over a comparatively long time.
  3. 3.Of reduced intellectual capacity; not quick to comprehend.
  4. 4.Not hasty; not tending to hurry; acting with deliberation or caution.
  5. 5.(of a clock or the like) Behind in time; indicating a time earlier than the true time.

adverb

  1. 1.Slowly.

noun

  1. 1.That which slows.

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