LekhoriLekhoriLagging behind; taking more time than the others in a group.
But come let's wing our Steps with utmost Speed, The swiftest Haste is laggard to the Deed.
Not growing as quickly as the rest of the flock or herd.
The laggard broilers are euthanized and incinerated.
One who lags behind; one who takes more time than is necessary or than the others in a group.
1733, William Havard, Scanderbeg: A Tragedy, London: J. Watts, Act II, Scene 4, p. 17, Blushing I look upon my poor Resolves, A Laggard in the Race, and faintly striving To follow Excellence that soars so high.
From lag + -ard.
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