loose · adj
loose (NOT ATTACHED)
B2 not firmly attached in place
Dictionary examples:
A few loose sheets of paper were lying around. (26.6)
I’d better sew that loose button before it comes off. (31.9)
There were some loose wires hanging out of the wall. (37.1)
The screws had come loose. (55.0)
loose (NOT EXACT)
C2 not tightly controlled or not exact
Dictionary examples:
It's only a loose translation of the poem. (29.6)
It's a fairly loose adaptation of the novel. (44.8)
loose (CLOTHES)
B1 large and not fitting tightly
Dictionary examples:
My grandpa's pants are so loose, they could fit three of him! (0.0)
The clown's loose pants fell down during his act, revealing polka-dot underwear! (0.0)
His loose hat kept falling over his eyes, making him look like a confused detective. (0.0)
Wear comfortable, loose clothing to your exercise class. (37.7)