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English noun: droop

1. droop (shape) a shape that sags


SamplesThere was a sag in the chair seat.


Synonymssag


Broader (hypernym)depression, impression, imprint


English verb: droop

1. droop (motion) droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness


Synonymsflag, sag, swag


Pattern of useSomething ----s.
Somebody ----s


Broader (hypernym)drop, drop down, sink


Narrower (hyponym)bag, slouch, slump

2. droop (stative) hang loosely or laxly


SamplesHis tongue lolled.


Synonymsloll


Pattern of useSomething ----s


Broader (hypernym)dangle, drop, swing

3. droop (change) become limp


SamplesThe flowers wilted.


Synonymswilt


Pattern of useSomething ----s


Broader (hypernym)crumble, decay, dilapidate









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