compassing Meaning & Definition
What Does Compassing Mean?
As a verb, compassing means present participle and gerund of compass. As an adjective, it means curved; bent. As a noun, it means The forming of plots or schemes; machination.
Compassing at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | accomplish, achieve and attain |
| Plural | compassings |
| Comparative / superlative | more compassing, most compassing |
Compassing Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of compass
Compassing as an Adjective
- curved; bent
compassing timbers
Compassing as a Noun
- The forming of plots or schemes; machination.
Verb
- To surround; to encircle; to environ; to stretch round.
- To go about or round entirely; to traverse.
- To accomplish; to reach; to achieve; to obtain.
- To plot; to scheme (against someone).
Synonyms of Compassing
Compassing synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Compassing
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Compassing in a Sentence
compassing timbers
Word Forms & Grammar
compassing
compassing (comparative more compassing, superlative most compassing)
compassing (plural compassings)
Words That Rhyme With Compassing
Origin of Compassing
From Middle English compassynge; equivalent to compass + -ing.
Questions People Ask About Compassing
Is compassing a verb or an adjective?
Compassing is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective and a noun.
What is another word for compassing?
Close synonyms of compassing are accomplish, achieve and attain. See the full list of compassing synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of compassing?
The plural of compassing is compassings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of compassing?
The comparative form is more compassing and the superlative form is most compassing.