Slowpoke
noun
A person who is slow to act or respond, often seen as lazy or unhurried.
He’s such a slowpoke; it takes him forever to finish his homework.
Usage tips
Informal
move like a slowpoke,call someone a slowpoke,slowpoke in the race
noun
A person who is slow to act or respond, often seen as lazy or unhurried.
He’s such a slowpoke; it takes him forever to finish his homework.
Usage tips
Informal
move like a slowpoke,call someone a slowpoke,slowpoke in the race
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'slowpoke' in casual conversations to describe someone taking their time.
'Why are you being such a slowpoke?'
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Reference
In some cultures, a 'slowpoke' might be seen as someone who is thoughtful rather than lazy.
'Don't be a slowpoke, let's move on!'
Pro Tip 3/3Humorous Use
Often used humorously to tease someone about their speed.
'You're a slowpoke when it comes to getting ready.'
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'slowpoke' in casual conversations to describe someone taking their time.
'Why are you being such a slowpoke?'
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Reference
In some cultures, a 'slowpoke' might be seen as someone who is thoughtful rather than lazy.
'Don't be a slowpoke, let's move on!'
Pro Tip 3/3Humorous Use
Often used humorously to tease someone about their speed.
'You're a slowpoke when it comes to getting ready.'
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'slowpoke' in casual conversations to describe someone taking their time.
'Why are you being such a slowpoke?'
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Reference
In some cultures, a 'slowpoke' might be seen as someone who is thoughtful rather than lazy.
'Don't be a slowpoke, let's move on!'
Pro Tip 3/3Humorous Use
Often used humorously to tease someone about their speed.
'You're a slowpoke when it comes to getting ready.'
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