What does quitting mean?
Quitting means present participle and gerund of quit.
Quitting
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of quit.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of quit
- The deliberate ending of something.
- The ceasing of a habit, especially smoking cigarettes or other addictive behaviors.
- The termination of employment, initiated by the employee.
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Synonyms for quitting
Antonyms for quitting
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Word Forms
- quittings
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