loss

loss is on the Basic English 850 List.

loose - loss - loud

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /lɒs/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /lɔs/
• (Canada) IPA ^(key): /lɑs/

• Audio (US)

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Noun

Singular loss

Plural losses

1. (countable & uncountable) A loss happens when something goes where people can't find it. People don't know where the thing is or they don't have it any more.
   • Antonym: gain

   The loss of my keys means I can't go into my house today.

2. Loss is when someone's loved one dies. When someone dies, they are no longer with you.

   I loss both of my grandparents from old age.

3. (baseball) A loss (shown as L) is charged to the pitcher of the losing team.

Related words

• lose
• lossless