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Meaning of
giving
in English
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɪvɪŋ/
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Classifying Adjective
giving
Definitions
1.
given or giving freely
Examples
« was a big tipper »
« the bounteous goodness of God »
« bountiful compliments »
« a freehanded host »
« a handsome allowance »
« Saturday's child is loving and giving »
« a liberal backer of the arts »
« a munificent gift »
« her fond and »
Synonyms
generous
Noun
giving
Definitions
1.
the act of giving
2.
the imparting of news or promises etc.
Examples
« he gave us the news and made a great show of the giving »
« giving his word of honor seemed to come too easily »
3.
disposing of property by voluntary transfer without receiving value in return
Examples
« the alumni followed a program of annual giving »
