Meaning of governing in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɡəvərnɪŋ/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    governing

    Definitions

    1. responsible for making and enforcing rules and laws

    Examples

    • « governing bodies »

    Synonyms

  2. Noun

    governing

    Definitions

    1. the act of governing

    Examples

    • « exercising authority »
    • « regulations for the governing of state prisons »
    • « he had considerable experience of government »

    Derived terms

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