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Q.

Identify the meaning of the given phrase/ idiom:
For want of means

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a

Because of a lack of resources

b

Giving something wanted by another

c

Because of fulfilling needs

d

Desiring something

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

  • Concept: Idioms are the groups of words in a particular order that have a specific meaning which is not the same as the meaning of their own.
  •  The word 'want' by itself indicates a requirement for something. So, 'for want of means' indicates that someone desires the sources to complete his goals. 
  • Consider the following example. The work failed because of a lack of correct execution. Here, we can see that the reason for the work's failure is a lack of proper execution. 
  • The meaning of the given idiom is similar to option A.
  • Hence, option A is the correct answer.
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