Miss
Pronunciation: /ˈmɪs/
Miss (verb)
- not hit or reach something you aimed for.
- feel sad because someone or something is not there.
- not go to an event or activity.
Examples
- He tried to throw the ball but missed the target.
- She swung the bat but missed the ball.
Common collocations: miss the target, miss the mark, miss someone, miss home, miss a class
Miss (noun)
- a title for a young or unmarried woman.
Examples
- Miss Smith will be your teacher this year.
- Please welcome Miss Johnson to the stage.