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Loosing: meaning, definitions and examples

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loosing

 

[ หˆluหzษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

losing something

Losing refers to the state or condition of no longer having something. This term can denote the act of failing to win in a competition or game. It can also describe the experience of becoming deprived of an object or person that was once possessed. The emotional impact of losing can vary, ranging from mild disappointment to profound grief. This word is commonly applied in various contexts, such as sports, finances, and personal relationships.

Synonyms

defeat, diminishment, dispossession, failure, forfeiture.

Examples of usage

  • I hate losing a game.
  • She felt heartbroken after losing her pet.
  • He is losing money on his investments.
  • They are losing interest in the project.

Translations

Translations of the word "loosing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น perdendo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคพเคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช verlieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kehilangan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั‚ั€ะฐั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ utrata

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅคฑใ† (ushinau)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท perdre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ perder

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kaybetme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žƒ๋‹ค (iltda)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูู‚ุฏุงู† (faqdฤn)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ztrรกta

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ strata

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคฑๅŽป (shฤซqรน)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ izguba

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tapa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะพา“ะฐะปั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ แƒ’แƒ•แƒ (k'argva)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ itki

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ perder

Etymology

The word 'losing' originates from the Old English term 'losian', which means to perish or suffer loss, and is related to the Proto-Germanic *lausลnฤ…, meaning to lose or release. The evolution of the term has seen it transition from its early meanings focused on existential loss or destruction to its more contemporary uses in various competitive and personal contexts. Over the centuries, 'losing' has significantly expanded its application, now commonly associated with games, finances, relationships, and other aspects where loss is likely to occur. The term has thus intertwined with cultural narratives surrounding victory and defeat, further embedding it in the vernacular of everyday life. Its frequent usage in idioms and expressions speaks to the universal human experience of loss and the accompanying emotions, emphasizing how integral the concept of losing is within social dynamics and personal development.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,104, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.