lost
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/lɔst/
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/lɒst/
(lose)
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Etymology
Etymology Information
'lost' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'losian,' where 'los-' meant 'to lose.'
Historical Evolution
'losian' transformed into the Middle English word 'losen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'lost.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to suffer loss,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'unable to find one's way' and 'no longer in possession of something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense and past participle of lose.
He lost his keys yesterday.
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Adjective 1
unable to find one's way; not knowing one's whereabouts.
He got lost in the city.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35