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straggle

Straggle (verb) means to stray, rove, or wander from a normal course and others of its kind.

verb
1
To stray, rove, or wander from a normal course and others of its kind.
2
To act in a disorderly and irregular way.
3
Grow or hang messily.
4
To move along slowly so as to remain some distance behind the person or people in front.
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Etymology

From Middle English straglen, of uncertain origin, possibly from (or cognate to) dialectal Norwegian stragla (“to walk laboriously”).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of straggle?

"straggle" (verb) means to stray, rove, or wander from a normal course and others of its kind.

What are the different meanings of straggle?

"straggle" has 3 main meanings: 1. To stray, rove, or wander from a normal course and others of its kind; 2. To act in a disorderly and irregular way; 3. Grow or hang messily.

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