loose

Definition

  • verb: to release or untie (an animal or person)
  • verb: to let loose
  • adjective: not tightly fastened, attached, or held
  • adjective: not rigidly fastened or securely attached
  • often used figuratively
  • synonyms: release, unbound, untied

Examples

  • This book is only a novel in the 'loose' sense of the word. [=the word “novel” does not usually refer to a book like this; many people would not consider the book a novel]

  • Ten advocacy groups from all parts of the country formed a 'loose' alliance/association/coalition to present their shared interests to Congress.

  • She's been 'cut loose' from her contract. [=the company/organization with whom she had a contract to work has ended the contract]

Movie quotes

  • (..) What can I say? Old habits die hard. Say bye, bye Roxie. Ollo. Thing about bad guys, they always LOOSE! Ohhhh. You did it, you won. Well, I finally had a reason to win. You. MINION! (..)
    2010 Megamind
  • (..) - Well, mostly involves, not dying. I, like that plan. I can't control it. No! Well, that was easy. Looks like there's only one loose end now. Please, let's have a little respect for public transportation. You came back. You were right, Roxanne. (..)
    2010 Megamind