lose
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/luːz/]
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Senses
1. lose (verb) — sense 1
Definition: To cease to have (something) in one's possession or capability.
Example: If you lose that ten-pound note, you'll be sorry.
Concept: Поражение
2. lose (verb) — sense 2
Definition: To cease to have (something) in one's possession or capability.: To have (an organ) removed from one's body, especially by accident.
Example: Johnny lost a tooth, but kept it for the tooth fairy.
3. lose (verb) — sense 3
Definition: To cease to have (something) in one's possession or capability.: To shed (weight).
Example: I’ve lost five pounds this week.
Structure of the word
Roots:- lewh₁ (Proto-Indo-European)
Connections
Polarities
Success ↔ Failure — concept «Поражение»
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