Loss: meaning, definitions and examples

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loss

 

[ lɒs ]

Context #1 | Noun

financial

The fact or process of losing something.

Synonyms

decrease, deficit, reduction

Examples of usage

  • His business suffered a great loss due to the pandemic.
  • She experienced a great loss when her father passed away.
  • The company reported a loss of revenue in the last quarter.
Context #2 | Noun

emotional

The feeling of grief after losing someone or something.

Synonyms

bereavement, grief, sorrow

Examples of usage

  • She was overwhelmed with a sense of loss after her pet died.
  • He couldn't shake off the feeling of loss after his team lost the championship.
Context #3 | Noun

weight

The amount by which a quantity is less than expected or required.

Synonyms

depletion, reduction, shortfall

Examples of usage

  • The loss in weight of the package was due to items missing from the shipment.
  • There was a loss in volume of the liquid after the container leaked.

Translations

Translations of the word "loss" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perda

🇮🇳 हानि

🇩🇪 Verlust

🇮🇩 kerugian

🇺🇦 втрата

🇵🇱 strata

🇯🇵 損失 (そんしつ)

🇫🇷 perte

🇪🇸 pérdida

🇹🇷 kayıp

🇰🇷 손실 (손실)

🇸🇦 خسارة

🇨🇿 ztráta

🇸🇰 strata

🇨🇳 损失 (sǔnshī)

🇸🇮 izguba

🇮🇸 tapa

🇰🇿 жоғалту

🇬🇪 კარგი (k'argi)

🇦🇿 itki

🇲🇽 pérdida

Etymology

The word 'loss' originated from the Old English 'los', meaning destruction or ruin. It has evolved over time to represent the act of losing something, whether it be tangible or intangible. The concept of loss is deeply rooted in human experience, as individuals grapple with the emotions and consequences of losing possessions, relationships, or opportunities. The word 'loss' carries a weight of meaning, reflecting the inevitable and often painful aspect of life.

See also: lose, loser, lost.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #497, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.