awing Meaning & Definition
/əˈwɪŋ/
What Does Awing Mean?
As an adverb, awing means On the wing; flying; fluttering. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of awe. As a verb, it means To inspire fear and reverence in.
Awing: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adverb, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //əˈwɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | impressive, awful and awesome |
Awing Definition (Adverb)
- On the wing; flying; fluttering.
Awing as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of awe
Verb
- To inspire fear and reverence in.
- To control by inspiring dread.
Synonyms of Awing
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Awing in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
awing (not comparable)
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Origin of Awing
From a- + wing.
How to Pronounce Awing
Awing is pronounced //əˈwɪŋ// and has 1 syllable.