low speed, high drag

English

Etymology

From aviation, where wings and other exterior aircraft parts are designed to maximize drag and fuel⛽︎ , thus maximize the craft's potential ordinance and time over target.

Adjective

low speed, high drag (not comparable)

1. (informal) Slow and Steady

Adverb

low speed, high drag (not comparable)

1. (informal) Low efficiently or not competently
2. (informal) large supply chain to get moving Low Speed , High Drag a A-10 fully kitted out with max ordnance .

Usage notes

Often used as a standalone expression, suggesting a general philosophy of life: "Slow speed, high drag, man! AKA man with wife and kids "

Originated in the U.S. military during the Vietnam War, However, the phrase is used today primarily outside the military, by those who are seen as affecting a level of expertise that does not come from actual combat experience.

See also

• CDI factor
• mall ninja