Meaning of the word "lack of" in English

What does "lack of" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

lack of

US /læk əv/
UK /læk əv/
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Phrase

the state of being without or not having enough of something

Example:
The project failed due to a lack of funding.
There was a complete lack of communication between the teams.