lack
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To be without, not to have, to need, to require.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
My life lacks excitement.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To be short (of or for something).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To be in want.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “lack” mean?
To be without, not to have, to need, to require.
Is “lack” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.