Word
lossless
Phoneticsloss·less
Definition
adj. keeping every bit of original quality when a file is made smaller. You use it for music, photos, or video that still look or sound perfect after compression.
adj. retaining all original data during compression, so the reconstructed file is identical to the source. Typically contrasted with 'lossy', which discards data to achieve smaller file sizes.
Examples
“This music file is lossless, so it sounds perfect.”
“She downloads lossless audio files because she can hear the difference on good headphones.”
“The archive stores scans in a lossless format, preserving every detail of the original manuscripts for future restoration work.”
Examples
simple
“This music file is lossless, so it sounds perfect.”
contextual
“She downloads lossless audio files because she can hear the difference on good headphones.”
complex
“The archive stores scans in a lossless format, preserving every detail of the original manuscripts for future restoration work.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “lossless” in context.
Verb
01. achieve lossless
“You need a wired connection to achieve lossless playback reliably.”
verb + adj
02. convert to lossless
“You can convert to lossless, but it will not improve a poor source.”
verb + prep + adj
03. deliver lossless
“The new service promises to deliver lossless sound on all devices.”
verb + adj
04. ensure lossless
“Use this setting to ensure lossless quality when exporting photos.”
verb + adj
Adjective
05. fully lossless
“This rip is fully lossless, so no detail was lost to reduce size.”
adv + adj
Noun
06. lossless audio
“She prefers lossless audio for classical music on good headphones.”
adj + noun
07. lossless compression
“Lossless compression reduces file size while preserving every detail.”
adj + noun
08. lossless file
“A three-minute lossless file can be ten times larger than an MP3.”
adj + noun
09. lossless format
“FLAC is a popular lossless format among musicians and archivists.”
adj + noun
10. lossless streaming
“Lossless streaming requires a fast, stable internet connection.”
adj + noun
11. a truly lossless copy
“This is a truly lossless copy of the original master tape.”
12. export in lossless format
“Always export in lossless format before editing the video.”
Antonyms
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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- Occasional
- Level
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