Meaning of sinning in English

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

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    sinning

    Definitions

    1. transgressing a moral or divine law

    Examples

    • « if it be a sin to covet honor, I am the most sinning soul alive- Shakespeare »

    Synonyms

  2. Noun

    sinning

    Definitions

    1. an act that is regarded by theologians as a transgression of God's will

    Derived terms

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  • « Die, v.: To stop sinning suddenly. »
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    Marie de France

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