1. moving or happening at a low speed; not fast
2. taking a long time to understand or learn something
3. showing a time that is earlier than the correct time
Usage: used of clocks and watches

1. at a slow speed; slowly

1. to become slower or make something slower

Examples

• The turtle moved at a slow pace across the road.
• She’s a slow learner but very determined.
• My watch is five minutes slow.
• Business has been slow this month.
• Drive slow through the school zone.
• The car began to slow as it approached the intersection.
• Please slow down when you’re reading to the children.
• The medicine will slow your heart rate.