lower
//ˈloʊ.ər//
Verb
lowerInfinitive
loweredPast tense
loweredPast participle
loweringPresent participle
lowersThird-person singular
1
To move something to a less high position; to bring down.
She lowered the flag at sunset.
2
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity.
We need to lower the price to attract more customers.
3
To make quieter or softer in volume.
Could you lower the music? I'm trying to study.
Adjective
lowerCanonical form
lowerComparative
lowestSuperlative
1
Situated below another thing or at a less high level; comparative form of 'low'.
The lower shelf is easier to reach.
2
Less important or of inferior rank.
He started at a lower position in the company.
Adverb
lowerCanonical form
lowerComparative
lowestSuperlative
1
In or to a position that is less high; comparative form of 'low'.
Please hang the picture a little lower.