: 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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Photo : Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. The dash of the Urus SE looks largely similar to that of its low-slung supercar siblings. Sean Evans, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2025 The company plans to raze the factory building with the exception of a three-story loft building at the north end and a low-slung industrial building near the middle of the block, said Mike Roane, Brinshore’s senior vice president, who presented concept plans at the board’s Monday night. Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2025 The low-slung ceilings and exposed concrete are intentionally left to recall the past. Susan Stapleton, USA TODAY, 3 Feb. 2025 Ten Plus Three chose modern low-slung seating in this Aspen living area, allowing the view to take center stage. Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 30 Jan. 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 16 Feb. 2025.

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