Definition of Lose
Lose
lose
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to be unable to find someone or something, or to stop following the correct route;
e.g. I don't want to lose my keys so I wear them around my neck. He will most likely lose his way if he is driving in the night.
(verb)
to fail to have or gain something, to be unable to retain something, to be deprived of something or someone;
e.g. He was starting to lose his temper at them. The economic crisis caused many people to lose their jobs. They are scared that they will lose their mother to the illness.
(verb)
to be defeated in a contest or game, or to fail to win;
e.g. We will lose the game if she is not on our team.
(verb)
to earn or gain less money than has been or will be spent;
e.g. It is possible that you will lose money when you invest it.
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