Easing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈiːzɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Easing is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of ease.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of ease.
More Meanings
- The act by which something is eased.
Example Sentences
Then everyone moved at the same time — slight shiftings of the hands and feet, furtive easings of position.
Moreover, apart from official restrictions, drivers do not a little easing of their engines on their own account, where they consider that the feel of the track makes this desirable; and they can hardly be blamed in consequence. It is better to be safe than sorry.
Word Forms
- easings
Synonyms for easing
Depending on context, synonyms include relief, alleviation, moderation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include alleviation, relief, moderation, relieving, allaying, mitigation.
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