: relatively low to the ground or floor
a low-slung convertible
a low-slung modern building
a low-slung sofa

Examples of low-slung in a Sentence

only low-slung hotels have been built around the lake, so development isn't as intrusive as at other resorts
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The low-slung two-seater is easily one of the best-looking vehicles introduced this decade. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 Mar. 2025 On past outings, Rih has also stepped out in looks that paired fanciful fur coats with low-slung jeans and sneakers. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025 In this house, that means lots of midcentury modern, antique pine pieces, and Danish modern furniture, like this low-slung sofa and chairs, which are so versatile that Roche has reupholstered them three times over the years. Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2025 On Thursday night, about 100 people gathered outside the low-slung brick apartment building in the Edgewater community where Jayden lived with his mom and brother. Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for low-slung

Word History

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of low-slung was in 1840

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“Low-slung.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-slung. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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