Difference between Loose and Slack

Loose

Part of speech: interjection

Definition: begin shooting; release your arrows

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To let loose, to free from restraints. To unfasten, to loosen. To make less tight, to loosen. Of a grip or hold, to let go. to shoot (an arrow)

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Not fixed in place tightly or firmly Not held or packaged together Not bound or tethered or leashed Not fitting closely Not compact relaxed indiscreet promiscuous

Example sentence: A rattlesnake loose in the living room tends to end all discussion of animal rights.

Slack

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Small coal; coal dust.A valley, or small, shallow dell.The part of anything that hangs loose, having no strain upon it.A tidal marsh or shallow, that periodically fills and drains.

Part of speech: adverb

Definition: Slackly.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Lax; not tense; not hard drawn; not firmly extended.Weak; not holding fast.Remiss; backward; not using due diligence or care; not earnest or eager.Not violent, rapid, or pressing.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: to procrastinate; to be lazyto refuse or dislike exerting effort

Example sentence: At early previews, the theater gossips are there, wishing you ill every night. They don't grant you any slack. Agents are in from Hollywood. Your friends are there. People who are going to spread the word-of-mouth. If something doesn't work, everyone will know.