low
/ˈloʊ/ noun C2- A low point or position, literally (as, a depth) or figuratively (as, a nadir, a time when things are at their worst, least, minimum, etc). · You have achieved a new low in behavior, Frank.· Economic growth has hit a new low.
- The minimum atmospheric temperature recorded at a particular location, especially during one 24-hour period. · Today's low was 32 °F.· A cold one out there today, with lows reaching 33 degrees.
- A period of depression; a depressed mood or situation. · He is in a low right now. the highs and lows of bipolar disorder
- An area of low pressure; a depression. · A deep low is centred over the British Isles.
- The lowest-speed gearing of a power-transmission system, especially of an automotive vehicle. · Shift out of low before the car gets to eight miles per hour.
- The lowest trump, usually the deuce; the lowest trump dealt or drawn.
- A cheap, cost-efficient, or advantageous price. · He got the brand new Yankees jersey for the low.
Plural lows
From the library
Then added in a low whisper, “You understand that, on account of your uncle, M.
From the far north they heard a low wail of the wind, and Uncle Henry and Dorothy could see where the long grass bowed in waves before the coming storm.
But the little old woman walked up to Dorothy, made a low bow and said, in a sweet voice:
The three Munchkins bowed low to her and wished her a pleasant journey, after which they walked away through the trees.
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