laggard
nounUK /ˈlæɡəd/
US /ˈlæɡərd/
A laggard is someone who is slow and falls behind others.
The laggard was still putting on his shoes while everyone else was ready to go.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Someone who does not keep up with new ideas or changes.
Our company was a laggard in using new technology.
3. Slow to move or act.
The laggard turtle finally crossed the finish line.
4. A person who is last in a race or contest.
He was the laggard of the race, finishing long after the others.