delaying
de-lay-ing
adjective
Intended to cause a delay; characterised by procrastination or hindrance.
"These delaying tactics are frustrating."
verb
Causing something or someone to be late; postponing an action or event.
"The fog is delaying all flights."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: stay, detain, delay, hold up, wait, hold, postponement, time lag, holdup, check, retard