Meaning of the word loss in English

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loss

US /lɑːs/

UK /lɑːs/

the fact or process of losing something or someone

Example:

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The company reported a significant financial loss this quarter.

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Her sudden loss was a shock to everyone.

Synonym:

deprivation forfeiture dispossession

Synonym:

gain profit acquisition

an amount of money lost by a business or organization

Example:

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The company aims to cut its losses next year.

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Despite the high sales, they still made a net loss.

Synonym:

deficit debt red ink

Synonym:

profit gain revenue

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Related Word:

net loss capital loss