缺
lack; be incomplete; be absent; vacant position
Meanings
4 senses · 19 examplesverb
to lack; to be short of; to be deficient in
Used to describe the insufficiency of people, materials, resources or necessary conditions.
We are short-staffed and urgently need to hire people.
This project lacks materials and cannot be advanced temporarily.
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Crops will grow poorly if they lack fertilizer and water.
His study plan is missing the key review环节.
This restaurant lacks parking spaces, which is not very convenient.
verb
to be broken; to be incomplete; to have gaps
Used to describe objects that have missing parts or damaged openings.
This teacup has a chip and can no longer be used.
This complete set of books is preserved in perfect condition.
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This book is missing two pages, so it cannot be read completely.
The painting on the wall is missing a corner and looks very old.
This old stool is missing one leg and cannot be sat on.
verb
to be absent; to miss; to fail to attend
Used to describe not showing up for scheduled work, classes or events.
He was absent from work several times this month and had his salary deducted.
He was absent from yesterday's meeting due to illness.
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The school rules state that students who miss more than one-third of classes cannot take the exam.
Three guests were absent from this wedding, and everyone felt very sorry.
noun
vacant position; empty post
formalMostly used in formal or official contexts, referring to unoccupied job positions.
A lucrative vacant position opened up in the government department, and many people want to compete for it.
The company is recruiting to fill a vacant department manager position.
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This unit has two management vacancies that need to be filled.
After the old bureau chief retired, his vacated position was quickly filled.
This university has three professor vacancies this year.