Meaning of low in English

Adjective

1. not high or tall; not extending far upwards

a low wall
a low table

2. in a lower place; near to the ground or horizon

low clouds
The plane is flying very low.
The sun is low at 4 o'clock in winter.

3. less than usual, normal, or average

a low price
The temperature is low today.

4. poor

a low standard of living

5. of a humble position or rank

a man of low birth
a low job
upper and lower classes of society

6. not enough; almost gone

We were low on gas. ー Our car was low on gas.

7. quite, not loud; soft

Please speak in a low voice.

8. deep, not shrill

A man's voice is usually lower than a woman's.

9. of little depth; shallow

The water (level) is low.

10. lacking in strength, spirit, and joy; depressed

Today is Monday. Everybody feels low.

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Adverb

1. in, at, or to a low level or position

"Where is the pain? Here?" "A little lower down."