Lack Word Meaning

Etymology:

Middle English: corresponding to, and perhaps partly from, Middle Dutch and Middle Low German lak ‘deficiency’, Middle Dutch laken ‘lack, blame’

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

the state of being without or not having enough of something

Short Definition:

state of being without or not having enough of something

Examples:

• there is no lack of entertainment aboard ship
• the case was dismissed for lack of evidence
• there is a lack of parking space in the town

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

be without or deficient in

Short Definition:

be without or deficient in

Examples:

• the novel lacks imagination
• she lacks in patience
• Sam did not lack for friends