ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Pleasuring

Pronunciation varies by accent · verb

Meaning

present participle and gerund of pleasure.

Definitions by Sense

  1. present participle and gerund of pleasure
  2. An act of giving (sometimes sexual) pleasure.

Example Sentences

He is the declared enemy of all living by reflex action, of all that is done betwixt sleep and waking, of all the pleasureless pleasurings and imaginary duties in which we coin away our hearts and fritter invaluable years.

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When Should You Use Pleasuring?

Use pleasuring when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does pleasuring mean?

Pleasuring means present participle and gerund of pleasure.

What is a synonym for pleasuring?

The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.

What is the opposite of pleasuring?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use pleasuring in a sentence?

He is the declared enemy of all living by reflex action, of all that is done betwixt sleep and waking, of all the pleasureless pleasurings and imaginary duties in which we coin away our hearts and fritter invaluable years.

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