Kicking
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɪkɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Kicking is an adjective meaning The action of the verb to kick.
Meaning
The action of the verb to kick.
More Meanings
- A violent assault involving repeated kicks.
- present participle and gerund of kick
- (performance art) A performance art that is a mix of dance footwork, acrobatic maneuver, and martial arts kicks, drawn from a variety of disciplines. Used in stage dance choreography and staged fight choreography.
- (slang) Terrific, great (of clothes) smart, fashionable.
- (slang) Alive, active (especially in the phrase alive and kicking).
- (slang, of a party or event) Actively ongoing and enjoyable.
- (slang) A great loss or defeat; licking.
Example Sentences
a kicking party
a kicking pair of jeans
still kicking at 89 years old
In boxing, kicking one's opponent is not allowed.
Word Forms
- kickings
Synonyms for kicking
Depending on context, synonyms include bitching, peng, top-notch, extant, living, vital.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include boot, jumping, living, form, banging, knocking.
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Sources & Attribution
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