LOOSE - Meaning and Pronunciation

How to pronounce loose?

This video provides examples of American English pronunciations of loose by male and female speakers.
In addition, it explains the meaning of loose through a dictionary definition and several visual examples.

IPA Transcription of loose is /lˈus/.

Definition of loose according to Wiktionary:
loose can be a verb, an adjective, a noun, an interjection or a name

As a verb loose can mean:
1. To let loose, to free from restraints.
2. To unfasten, to loosen.
3. To make less tight, to loosen.
4. Of a grip or hold, to let go.
5. To shoot (an arrow).
6. To set sail.
7. To solve; to interpret.

As an adjective loose can mean:
1. Not fixed in place tightly or firmly.
2. Not held or packaged together.
3. Not under control.
4. Not fitting closely.
5. Not compact.
6. Relaxed.
7. Not precise or exact; vague; indeterminate.
8. Indiscreet.
9. Free from moral restraint; immoral, unchaste.
10. Not being in the possession of any competing team during a game.
11. Not costive; having lax bowels.

As a noun loose can mean:
1. The release of an arrow.
2. A state of laxity or indulgence; unrestrained freedom, abandonment.
3. All play other than set pieces (scrums and line-outs).
4. Freedom from restraint.
5. A letting go; discharge.

As an interjection loose can mean:
Begin shooting; release your arrows.
As a name loose can mean:
Surname.

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