| Front | wanting |
|---|---|
| Back | BrE /ˈwɒntɪŋ/NAmE /ˈwɑːntɪŋ/NAmE /ˈwɔːntɪŋ/ adjective[not before noun] (formal) 1 ~ (in sth) not having enough of sth lackingThe students were certainly not wanting in enthusiasm. 2 ~ (in sth) not good enoughThis explanation is wanting in many respects. The new system was tried and found wanting. |
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