What does quizzing mean?
Quizzing means present participle and gerund of quiz.
Quizzing
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of quiz.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of quiz
- (now rare, archaic) The act by which somebody is quizzed, or teased; banter, raillery.
- The asking of questions; interrogation.
Example Sentences
He knew that he had spoken the truth, though it had cost him a severe pang; and whilst he felt much grief at the thought of the jeers and quizzings he should meet with[…]
Synonyms for quizzing
Antonyms for quizzing
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Word Forms
- quizzings
Usage Notes
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He knew that he had spoken the truth, though it had cost him a severe pang; and whilst he felt much grief at the thought of the jeers and quizzings he should meet with[…]
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