loss

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noun: the fact or process of losing something or someone
- The loss of her job was a significant setback.
noun: an amount of money lost by a business or organization
- The company reported a substantial loss for the fiscal year.
noun: the feeling of grief or sadness after losing someone or something of value
- He felt a profound sense of loss after his friend moved away.
noun: a person or thing that is badly missed when they are gone
- The retired captain was a great loss to the team.
noun: a defeat in a contest or game
- The team's loss in the championship was disappointing.