derailing Meaning & Definition
What Does Derailing Mean?
Derailing is used as a noun meaning The act by which something is derailed. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of derail. As a verb, it means To cause to come off the tracks.
Quick Facts About Derailing
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | unrail |
| Plural | derailings |
Derailing Definition (Noun)
- The act by which something is derailed.
Derailing as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of derail
Verb
- To cause to come off the tracks.
The train was destroyed when it was derailed by the penny.
- To come off the tracks.
- To deviate from the previous course or direction.
The conversation derailed once James brought up politics.
- To cause to deviate from a set course or direction; derange.
The protesting students derailed the professor's lecture.
Synonyms of Derailing
Derailing synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Derailing
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Derailing in a Sentence
The train was destroyed when it was derailed by the penny.
The conversation derailed once James brought up politics.
The protesting students derailed the professor's lecture.
Word Forms & Grammar
derailing (plural derailings)
derailing
Words That Rhyme With Derailing
Common Questions About Derailing
Is derailing a noun or a verb?
Derailing is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for derailing?
You can replace derailing with words such as unrail. See the full list of derailing synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of derailing?
The plural of derailing is derailings.