losing

American  

[loo-zing] / ˈlu zɪŋ /

adjective

1. causing or suffering loss.

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noun

1. losings, losses.

losing British  

/ ˈluːzɪŋ /

adjective

1. unprofitable; failing

   the business was a losing concern

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Other Word Forms

• losingly adverb

Etymology

Origin of losing

First recorded before 950; Middle English, Old English; lose, -ing ¹, -ing ²

Example Sentences

In practical terms, this means electrical current can move without losing energy as heat.

From Science Daily

The Canberra-based side last won at Christchurch in 2000, losing their next 12 away games against the current Super Rugby champions.

From Barron's

So the threat of losing his top job with the organization has weighed heavily on him, people close to him said.

From The Wall Street Journal

She worries that children with lifelong conditions might face unnecessary reassessments and risk losing the support they need.

From BBC

Barrett said losing both players in quick succession was a major blow and he felt disappointment for Cameron, who spent much of last season recuperating from a serious knee injury to his other leg.

From Barron's

Related Words

• defeated
• falling
• unsuccessful