straggler Meaning & Definition
/ˈstɹæɡlə/
What Does Straggler Mean?
As a noun, straggler means Someone who goes against the direct or proper course, or from the company to which they belong. It can also mean One who falls behind the rest, for example in a race or educational course.
Straggler in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈstɹæɡlə// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | stragglers |
Straggler Definition (Noun)
- Someone who goes against the direct or proper course, or from the company to which they belong.
- One who falls behind the rest, for example in a race or educational course.
- One who roams without any settled direction.
- A migratory animal found away from its usual range.
- A roving vagabond.
- Something that extends, or spreads out, beyond the rest, or too far, e.g. an exuberant growth
- Something that stands alone or by itself.
Noun
- A person who straggles, or departs from the direct or proper course, or from the company to which they belong.
- One who falls behind the rest, for example in a race.
- Something that shoots, or spreads out, beyond the rest, or too far; an exuberant growth.
Synonyms of Straggler
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Straggler synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Straggler
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Straggler in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
straggler (plural stragglers)
Words That Rhyme With Straggler
Origin of Straggler
From straggle + -er.
Pronouncing Straggler
Straggler is pronounced //ˈstɹæɡlə// and has 1 syllable.