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- Dictionarylapse/laps/
noun
- 1. a brief or temporary failure of concentration, memory, or judgement: "a lapse of concentration in the second set cost her the match" Similar
- 2. an interval or passage of time: "there was a considerable lapse of time between the two events" Similar
verb
- 1. (of a right, privilege, or agreement) become invalid because it is not used, claimed, or renewed; expire: "he let his membership of CND lapse" Similar
- 2. pass gradually into (an inferior state or condition): "the country has lapsed into chaos" Similar Opposite
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The meaning of LAPSE is a slight error typically due to forgetfulness or inattention. How to use lapse in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Lapse.
LAPSE definition: 1. a temporary failure: 2. a period of time passing between two things happening: 3. to end…. Learn more.
A lapse is a moment or instance of bad behaviour by someone who usually behaves well. On Friday he showed neither decency nor dignity. It was an uncommon lapse. A lapse of something such as concentration or judgment is a temporary lack of that thing, which can often cause you to make a mistake.
A lapse is a temporary slip, failure or break in continuity. If you’re normally polite, a lapse in manners could make you forget to say “please” and “thank you.”
LAPSE meaning: 1. a temporary failure: 2. a period of time passing between two things happening: 3. to end…. Learn more.
To fall from a previous level or standard, as of accomplishment, quality, or conduct: lapse into bad habits; a team that lapsed into mediocrity halfway through the season. b. To deviate from a prescribed or accepted way: lapse into heresy. c. To pass gradually or smoothly; slip: lapse into reverie. 2. a.
Definition of lapse noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. a small mistake, especially one that is caused by forgetting something or by being careless. A momentary lapse in the final set cost her the match. I had a momentary lapse when I couldn't remember his name.
There are 11 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun lapse, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
What does the verb lapse mean? There are 12 meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb lapse, five of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. lapse has developed meanings and uses in subjects including. religion (early 1600s) law (mid 1600s) nautical (1830s)
A lapse is a moment or instance of bad behaviour by someone who usually behaves well. 2. A lapse of something such as concentration or judgment is a temporary lack of that thing, which can often cause you to make a mistake.
