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Loss
01
the act or process of no longer having someone or something
Grammatical Information
animacy status
abstract
Composition
Compound
countable
plural form
losses
Examples
The loss of her keys caused her to be late.
02
money that is lost by a company, organization, or individual
Examples
The business reported a significant loss for the quarter due to declining sales.
03
a gradual decrease or decline in quantity, strength, or activity
Examples
The city experienced a loss in population over the decade.
04
military personnel who are killed or captured
Examples
The battalion suffered heavy losses during the battle.
Formal
Examples
Coping with the loss of a close friend can be a challenging journey, filled with a mix of emotions and memories.
06
defeat in a contest, race, or game
Examples
The team suffered a loss in the finals.
Lexical Tree
lossless
loss
