saggy

Saggy is an English adjective used to describe anything that sags or droops, typically because of weight, gravity, aging, or inadequate support. The term applies across many domains, including the human body, clothing, furniture, and natural or manufactured items.

In anatomy and everyday observation, sagging refers to tissue laxity that causes parts to descend from their youthful position. Subcutaneous fat, skin elasticity, and muscle tone influence sagging, and it is commonly associated with aging, rapid weight loss, or certain medical conditions. Ptosis is a clinical term for drooping of specific structures such as the eyelids. Sagging skin or jowls is a frequent topic in dermatology and cosmetic contexts.

In fashion and textiles, saggy describes garments worn loose or that have stretched or softened over time. Sagging pants, sleeves, or other fabrics can result from fit, fabric properties, or intentional styling. The term is also used for upholstery and other fabrics that have lost tautness.

Sagging can describe structural or mechanical sag, where beams, cables, or supports deform downward under load. Maintenance, such as reinforcing supports or redistributing weight, is used to address sag. In plant care, heavy fruit, snow, or moisture can cause branches or stems to sag.

The term appears in popular culture and colloquial speech to convey looseness or loosened form. In some contexts, saggy attire has been used as a fashion statement, while in others it has been subject to social or policy restrictions, such as dress codes in schools or workplaces. See also: droop, ptosis, laxity.