Meaning & Definition of word "Missing"

Missing

/ˈmɪsɪŋ/

1. the state of being absent or lost
- Example: Her feelings of missing him became stronger each day.
2. an instance of something that is absent
- Example: There were multiple missings in the inventory report that needed to be addressed.

1. the present participle of miss, to fail to notice, hear, or obtain something
- Example: She is missing the opportunity to apply for her dream job.

1. not present or included when expected or hoped for
- Example: The report was missing several key pieces of information.
2. having disappeared or not able to be found
- Example: The missing child was found safe and sound.
3. lacking or absent
- Example: Many of the missing features were promised in the software update.

From the verb 'miss' + suffix '-ing', indicating a state of being missing.

missing in action:

Used to describe someone who cannot be found or is absent.

missing the boat:

To miss an opportunity.

missing link:

A crucial piece of information that is absent or needed to complete a picture.

missing piece:

An essential part or detail that is not present.

missing out:

Failing to participate in something enjoyable or profitable.

miss:

To fail to hit, catch, or reach something.

absence:

The state of being away from a place or person.

lost:

Unable to find one's way; not in the right place.

defect:

An imperfection or shortcoming in something.

Meaning: MIA (Missing in Action)

Example Sentence: Where’s Tom? He’s MIA since the party started.

Meaning: Ghosting

Example Sentence: She hasn't replied to my texts; I think she's ghosting me.