English · Adjectives
low
/ləʊ/
[/ləʊ/]
not high
Beginneradjective
Definition
Not far above the ground, or small in amount or level.
Example
The plane flew so low that we could clearly see the people on the beach below.
The plane flew so low that we could clearly see the people on the beach below.
Etymology
From Old Norse 'lágr' (low), related to 'lie'.
How & Where It’s Used
Opposite of 'high'; used for position, prices, and sounds.