loose — not firmly or tightly fixed in place; able to move freely
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not firmly or tightly fixed in place; able to move freely
Pronunciation (IPA): /luːs/
Example Sentences
- The loose screw in my glasses made me look like a confused owl.
- Her loose interpretation of 'be there at 7' means anywhere between 7:30 and 8:15.
- The loose tooth finally fell out during my job interview.
loose
ADJECTIVE[/luːs/]
not firmly or tightly fixed in place; able to move freely
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/luːs/
🇬🇧 UK/luːs/
🌳Etymology
Rootloose
🎵Rhyme
goosemoosejuiceusenoose
goose
moose
juice
use
noose
🔗Collocations
loose change
loose fit
loose connection
break loose
cut loose
loose ends
on the loose
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“The loose screw in my glasses made me look like a confused owl.”
😄 Fun example
“Her loose interpretation of 'be there at 7' means anywhere between 7:30 and 8:15.”
😄 Fun example
“The loose tooth finally fell out during my job interview.”
“Make sure the rope isn't too loose before climbing.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
slackrelaxedbaggyunfastenedfree
Antonyms
tightfirmsecure
Related
loosenlooselylooseness
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