To miss means not to hit, catch, or reach something, or to feel sad because someone or something is not with you. You can miss a bus or a class if you are late, or you might miss your family when you are far from home. It can also mean not noticing or hearing something, like when you miss part of a movie. The word miss is also a title used to address an unmarried woman. Examples: • I missed the bus this morning because I woke up late. • She misses her family when she is away at school. • He threw the ball, but it missed the target. • The letter was addressed to Miss Sarah Brown. • I think you missed the main idea of the story.