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lacking

The correct spelling is lacking.

How to pronounce lacking

/ˈlækɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈlækɪŋ/

Say it like: Lak-ing

The correct spelling is lacking. To be without, to need, to require. For example: "My life lacks excitement."

Usage Examples

My life lacks excitement.

He'll never lack for company while he's got all that money.

This cheese is lacking in pungency.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To be without, to need, to require.
  2. 2.To be short (of or for something).
  3. 3.To be in want.
  4. 4.To see the deficiency in (someone or something); to find fault with, to malign, reproach.

noun

  1. 1.The absence of something; a lack.

adjective

  1. 1.Missing or not having enough of (a good quality, etc).
  2. 2.Not carrying a firearm.

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