Definition of "miss"

Kid-friendly meaning of miss, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "miss" mean?

miss (verb) — to feel sad because someone or something isn't with you.

Part of speechVerb Syllables1 (miss)

Example sentences using "miss"

Grade K–2
I miss my mom.
Grade 3–5
He started to miss his old neighborhood the moment they actually pulled out of the driveway.
Grade 6–8
Missing somebody is just love that didn't get a chance to be used today and is sitting around waiting for the next time it can be.

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