1. the fact or process of losing something or someone
2. a person or thing that is badly missed when removed
3. the feeling of grief after losing someone or something important

Examples

• The loss of her keys made her late for work.
• His death was a great loss to the community.
• She struggled with the loss of her grandmother.
• The team’s loss ended their winning streak.
• The company reported a significant financial loss this quarter.
• Weight loss requires dedication and patience.
• The loss of power affected the entire neighborhood.