What does eating mean?
Eating means present participle and gerund of eat.
Eating
/ˈiːtɪŋ/ · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of eat.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of eat
- Bred to be eaten.
- Suitable to be eaten without being cooked.
- The act of ingesting food.
- (informal, dialectal) Food; cooking, cuisine.
- The act of corroding or consuming some substance.
Example Sentences
eating chickens; eating quails
Wait! That's not an eating apple.
Arabs consider the eating of mushrooms as an aphrodisiac aid.
I remember when we visited Aunt Martha's house, we had some really good eating!
These pears are good eating.
Synonyms for eating
Antonyms for eating
Related Words
Word Forms
- eatings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for eating?
Common synonyms include dining, consuming, consumption, feeding.
What is the opposite of eating?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use eating in a sentence?
eating chickens; eating quails
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