without

Universal Words preposition, adverb preposition 1 not having, experiencing or showing sth: They had gone two days without food. * He found the place without difficulty. * She spoke without much enthusiasm. 2 not in the company of sb: Don't go without me. 3 not using or taking sth: Can you see without your glasses? * Don't go out without your coat. 4 ~ (sb) doing sth not doing the action mentioned: He left without saying goodbye. * The party was organized without her knowing anything about it. * You can't make an omelette without breaking eggs. * Without wanting to criticize, I think you could have done better. (= used before you make a critical comment) adverb not having or showing sth: Do you want a room with a bath or one without? * If there's none left we'll have to do without. * I'm sure we'll manage without.