lõtv
Lõtv is an Estonian adjective meaning loose or slack, not taut. It is used to describe physical properties such as a slack rope or loose fabric, and can also apply to parts of the body that are not firm or tense. In figurative use, lõtv can describe something lacking rigidity, discipline, or strictness, for example a lax approach or a relaxed stance in various settings. The term can carry neutral or negative nuance depending on context, being descriptive when referring to material state and evaluative when referring to behavior or policy.
In everyday language, lõtv often conveys a sense of lack of tightness or control. It can describe
Etymology and related terms: lõtv is of Finnic origin and has cognates in other Finnic languages, notably