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biding Meaning & Definition

/ˈbaɪdɪŋ/

What Does Biding Mean?

Biding is a noun that means An awaiting; expectation. It is also used to mean Residence; habitation. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of bide. As a verb, it means To bear; to endure; to tolerate.

Biding at a Glance

Part of speechnoun, verb
Pronunciation/ˈbaɪdɪŋ/
Synonymsput up with, live and stand by
Pluralbidings

Biding Definition (Noun)

  1. An awaiting; expectation.
  2. Residence; habitation.

Biding as a Verb

  1. present participle and gerund of bide

Verb

  1. To bear; to endure; to tolerate.
  2. To dwell or reside in a location; to abide.
  3. To wait; to be in expectation; to stay; to remain.
  4. To wait for; to await.

Synonyms of Biding

Biding synonyms and antonyms →

Word Forms & Grammar

biding (plural bidings)

biding

Words That Rhyme With Biding

Origin of Biding

Origin 1: From Middle English biding, bydyng, equivalent to bide +‎ -ing.

Origin 2: See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Common Questions About Biding

Is biding a noun or a verb?

Biding is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.

What is another word for biding?

You can replace biding with words such as put up with, live and stand by. See the full list of biding synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of biding?

The plural of biding is bidings.

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