Losing /ˈluːzɪŋ/

The meaning and definition of Losing, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb

To cause (something) to cease to be in one's possession or capability due to unfortunate or unknown circumstances, events or reasons.
“He lost his hearing in the explosion.”
To wander from; to miss, so as not to be able to find; to go astray from.
“I lost my way in the forest.”

noun

The process by which something is lost; a loss.

adjective

That loses or has lost.
“Being on the losing team is disappointing.”

Synonyms leave behind mislay forfeit drop shed ditch

Antonyms find acquire come across discover gain get

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