loss (Meaning)
loss (n)
something that is lost
gradual decline in amount or activity
the act of losing someone or something
the disadvantage that results from losing something
the experience of losing a loved one
the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue
military personnel lost by death or capture
euphemistic expressions for death
loss (v. t.)
The act of losing; failure; destruction; privation; as, the loss of property; loss of money by gaming; loss of health or reputation.
The state of losing or having lost; the privation, defect, misfortune, harm, etc., which ensues from losing.
That which is lost or from which one has parted; waste; -- opposed to gain or increase; as, the loss of liquor by leakage was considerable.
The state of being lost or destroyed; especially, the wreck or foundering of a ship or other vessel.
Failure to gain or win; as, loss of a race or battle.
Failure to use advantageously; as, loss of time.
Killed, wounded, and captured persons, or captured property.
Destruction or diminution of value, if brought about in a manner provided for in the insurance contract (as destruction by fire or wreck, damage by water or smoke), or the death or injury of an insured person; also, the sum paid or payable therefor; as, the losses of the company this year amount to a million of dollars.
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loss Sentence Examples
- The tragic loss of their loved one left an unfillable void in their hearts.
- The company suffered significant financial losses due to the economic downturn.
- The weight loss program helped her achieve her health goals.
- The data loss caused by the server crash was devastating for the organization.
- The doctor diagnosed her with hearing loss, which had been affecting her ability to communicate.
- The loss of habitat for endangered species is a growing concern worldwide.
- The war resulted in a devastating loss of human life and property.
- The loss of innocence is a painful experience that can shape a person's future.
- The team suffered a heartbreaking loss in the championship game.
- The loss of confidence can be a major obstacle to personal and professional growth.
FAQs About the word loss
something that is lost, gradual decline in amount or activity, the act of losing someone or something, the disadvantage that results from losing something, the
lack, misplacement,absence, mislaying, deprivation, forfeit, bereavement, privation,forfeiture, penalty
gain,gain, acquisition, control, control, acquisition, hands,hands, possession, possession
The tragic loss of their loved one left an unfillable void in their hearts.
The company suffered significant financial losses due to the economic downturn.
The weight loss program helped her achieve her health goals.
The data loss caused by the server crash was devastating for the organization.
