verb
forslow
Forslow (verb) means to be dilatory about; put off; postpone; neglect; omit.
verb
1
To be dilatory about; put off; postpone; neglect; omit.
2
To delay; hinder; impede; obstruct.
3
To be slow or dilatory; loiter.
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Etymology
From Middle English forslowen, forslewen (“to neglect”), from Old English forslāwian, forslǣwan (“to be slow, unwilling, delay, put off”), equivalent to for- + slow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of forslow?
"forslow" (verb) means to be dilatory about; put off; postpone; neglect; omit.
What are the different meanings of forslow?
"forslow" has 3 main meanings: 1. To be dilatory about; put off; postpone; neglect; omit; 2. To delay; hinder; impede; obstruct; 3. To be slow or dilatory; loiter.