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Loose Meaning for Kids

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What Does Loose Mean?

Adjective

  • Not held tightly in place.
  • Not packed together tightly.
  • Not under control.
  • Not fitting closely.
  • Not compact or tightly packed.
  • Relaxed and easy.
  • Not exact or precise.
  • Not careful in what you say.
  • Not held by any team during a game.
  • Having an easy-going nature.

Interjection

  • Start shooting your arrows!

Verb

  • To let go or free from being held.
  • To unfasten or make loose.
  • To make something less tight.
  • To let go of something you are holding.
  • To shoot an arrow.
  • To set a boat to sail.
  • To solve or figure something out.

Noun

  • The release of an arrow.
  • A state of being free or not tied up.
  • All play other than set pieces.
  • Freedom from being held tightly.
  • Letting go of something.

Loose — Full Explanation

Loose means something is not held tightly. For example, if your shirt is loose, it means it is big and not tight on your body.

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Related Words

soft free not tight

Loose Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
छोड़ना

chhodna

ढीला

dheela

फीका

pheeka

kannada
ಬಿಡುವ (biduva)

biduva

ಊರ (oora)

oora

ಬಿಡುವ (biduva)

biduva

bengali
ঢিলা (dhila)

dhila

মুক্ত (mukto)

mukto

ঢিলা (dhila)

dhila

Loose Synonyms

free release loosen

Loose Antonyms

fast tighten bind

Loose in Sentences

  • My shoelaces are loose and need tying.
  • The loose paper flew away in the wind.
  • He wore a loose shirt that was very comfy.
  • The dog ran loose and played in the park.
  • I found a loose coin on the floor.

Loose Story for Kids

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Frequently Asked Questions About Loose

What does 'loose' mean?
The word 'loose' means something that is not tight or is free to move around. For example, if your shoelaces are loose, they are not tied tightly.
How do you pronounce 'loose'?
You pronounce 'loose' like 'loose' (rhymes with 'moose'). It sounds like 'loose'.
What is the origin of the word 'loose'?
The word 'loose' comes from the Old English word 'losian', which means to lose or to set free.
What is the meaning of 'loose' in Hindi?
The word 'loose' in Hindi is 'ढीला' (Ḍhīlā).

Facts & Quotes About Loose

Fact: A loose tooth means it's ready to fall out! This is a sign that a new adult tooth is coming in.
Proverb: A loose tongue can lead to trouble. (This means that speaking carelessly can cause problems.)
Quote: "Words are free. It's how you use them that may cost you." - Kevin McCarthy