Losing — Defs

01 a. Given to flattery or deceit; flattering; cozening.

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Given to flattery or deceit; flattering; cozening.[Obs.]
“Amongst the many simoniacal that swarmed in the land, Herbert, Bishop of Thetford, must not be forgotten; nick-named Losing, that is, the Flatterer.” — Fuller.

02 a. Causing or likely to cause a loss; as, a losing game or business; a losing strategy.

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Causing or likely to cause a loss; as, a losing game or business; a losing strategy.
“Who strive to sit out losing hands are lost.” — Herbert.