lack

verb
[L5615]

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • simple present : lack
  • simple present, singular, third person : lacks
  • simple past : lacked
  • present participle : lacking
  • past participle : lacked

Senses

  • not have something that is desired

lack

noun
[L17771]

Forms

  • singular : lack
  • plural : lacks

Senses

  • concept that is always related to desire
  • shortfall, non-possession