Missing ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Missing ( adjective )

1. Absent, not present.
2. Not found or located.
3. Not present at a usual or expected time.

Origin:

Middle english missen, from old english missan; see mis- in indo-european roots.

Examples:

1. The missing child was found safe and sound.
2. The missing piece of the puzzle was found under the couch.
3. I realized I left my keys at home, they were missing from my pocket.
4. The missing witness never came forward.
5. He was reported missing in action during the war.

(As a verb)

Missing ( verb )

1. Absent, not present.
2. Not found or located.
3. Not present at a usual or expected time.

Origin:

Middle english missen, from old english missan; see mis- in indo-european roots.

Examples:

1. The missing child was found safe and sound.
2. The missing piece of the puzzle was found under the couch.
3. I realized I left my keys at home, they were missing from my pocket.
4. The missing witness never came forward.
5. He was reported missing in action during the war.