[1830–40; slow + coach]This word is first recorded in the period 1830–40. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: grid, isomerism, isometric, showcase, walkover
Examples of 'slowcoach' in a sentence
slowcoach
Even a modest budget of 700 need not mean a slowcoach machine.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Nearly half admitted taking a risk while overtaking a slowcoach.
The Sun (2016)
They have gone to incredible lengths to ensure the ball gets to hulking slowcoach forwards and not their speedster.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Or would it only lead to greater tension when some slowcoach drifts accidentally into the fast lane?