Mislaying: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is appropriate for a broader and often more permanent sense of losing something. It can refer to both physical objects and abstract concepts.

• I lost my wallet yesterday and have no idea where it could be

This term is similar to 'mislay' but can sometimes imply a bit more confusion or disorganization. It suggests you put something in the wrong place but are likely to find it eventually.

• I seem to have misplaced my glasses again

Used similarly to the first 'mislaying,' generally for small, personal items that are temporarily lost.

• I have a habit of mislaying my phone around the house.
• She apologized for mislaying the important document.

Used when something is put in the wrong place, leading to its temporary loss. Often used in organizational or logistical contexts.

• The misplacement of the files caused a delay in the meeting.
• Due to an employee's misplacement of supplies, the project was set back a week.

Used when something is no longer in your possession and cannot be found. Often used in financial or emotional contexts.

• The company suffered a significant loss in profits this quarter.
• The loss of her grandmother deeply affected her.