lose
Translation
to lose, to misplace, to be defeated
Examples
I always lose my keys.
I always lose my keys.
Our team might lose the game.
Our team might lose the game.
He wants to lose some weight.
He wants to lose some weight.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to be unable to find (sth.) I always lose my keys.
((sth.)) to fail to win (sth.) Our team might lose the game.
((sth.)) to have less of (sth.) He wants to lose some weight.
Similar Words
Synonyms: misplace, fail; Antonyms: find, win, gain
Etymology
From Old English 'losian' meaning 'to perish, be destroyed'.
Memory Tips
If your grip is too 'loose', you might 'lose' the item. Note the different spelling and pronunciation.