Missing is an adjective that describes something that is not in its usual place or has been lost. It can be used in various contexts, such as missing a piece of a puzzle, missing someone's presence, or missing something that should be there. In this essay, we will explore the meaning and usage of the word "missing."
The first definition of missing is when something is out of its usual place or location. For example, "We found the missing piece of the jigsaw under the chair." This implies that the person who was looking for the missing piece could not find it in its usual place. Similarly, if someone misplaces their keys, they may say, "The keys have been missing for ages." In this case, the keys are no longer in their expected location, making them "missing."
In British English, the term "go missing" is often used to describe someone who has disappeared without a trace. For instance, "The scissors have gone missing again." If two crew members go missing on a ship, it means that they have not been seen or heard from since their last communication with their colleagues. In this case, it is unclear whether they are alive or dead, leaving their families and friends worried and concerned about their safety.
Another definition of missing is when part of something is not present or attached. For example, "There’s a button missing from your shirt." If a person loses one front tooth or a page from a diary, it is considered missing because it is no longer intact or attached to the rest of the document or body. This type of missing can be caused by accidents, wear and tear, or intentional actions such as removing items deliberately.
In conclusion, the word "missing" has multiple meanings, including something that is out of its usual place, someone who has disappeared without a trace, and part of something that is no longer present or attached. Understanding these definitions can help us use the word correctly in different contexts and avoid confusion when speaking or writing about missing things.
Nearly 100,000 young people go missing in Britain each year. When Lily did not come home, her parents called the police to report her missing. However, it is unclear what happened to Lily after she went missing. The question of why one's name is missing from a list of missing people can be difficult to answer. There are many reasons why someone might not be present or included on a list of missing individuals. For example, they may have deliberately hidden their whereabouts from others, or they may have been caught up in a tragic accident. Additionally, some individuals may simply choose to disappear without warning, leaving those who care about them worried and searching for answers. In the case of Lily's disappearance, the exact circumstances surrounding her absence remain unknown. It is possible that she was lost or injured while traveling alone, or that she had fallen victim to a crime or abduction. Whatever the reason for her disappearance, Lily's family continues to search for answers and hold out hope for a safe return.
Something was missing from her life Examples from the Corpusmissing• Even little boys have gone missing.• She was surprised, and not a little worried, to find Petion missing.• Some of the puzzle pieces are missing.• Suddenly he looked around and realized one of the children was missing.• The baby was born with a finger missing.• Therapeutic studies on intestinal M avium complex infection are missing and an effective therapy for cryptosporidiosis is not available at present.• When they returned to finish the work after a weekend break, they found parts of the posts missing and broken.• Windows missing and doors off the hinges.• The first few minutes of the film were somehow missing, but he watched it through to the end.• The painting, which has been missing for almost half a century, only turned up when the owner of the house died.• She's been missing for three days now, and we're very worried.• Three buttons were missing from his shirt.• Police are 'very concerned' for the safety of a teenager who's been missing from home for three days.• Two pages were missing from my copy of the report.• Oh no! The last page is missing from the book!• A small sum of money went missing from the office last night.• A missing half wandered somewhere else, arriving much later.• One of my earrings is missing - have you seen it?• Can you spot the missing number in this series?• The man had reported his girlfriend missing three days after she disappeared.go missing• Then eight-year-old Sarah Payne went missing.• Security was tightened up at the embassy after a number of important files went missing.• It is hardly surprising that it is beginning to go missing.• Some of my aunt's jewellery has gone missing.• The alarm was raised when she went missing after Christmas celebrations.• Five hours later officers admitted the £9,000 Bedford Astra had gone missing before they had checked it for fingerprints.• He's a strange man -- sometimes he goes missing for days and doesn't tell a soul. • Stock has been going missing from the stock room, and we're trying to find out who is responsible. • It's pretty odd, isn't it, one of Dora's clubs going missing like that.report ...missing• Daytona Beach Police started searching for Seay on Dec. 23,1988, when she was reported missing.
• No one reported the victim missing.
• There were no reports of anyone missing.
• We will report you missing and they will forget all about you after a while.
• It is understood he was reported missing from a dependency unit at South Cleveland hospital earlier in the day.
• It is believed he had been reported missing from Winwick Hospital, Warrington, on Saturday.
• Divers alert: A major rescue operation was launched yesterday after two divers were reported missing off Redcar.
• Kathleen Wade was reported missing on the morning of September 20,1986.
