Slowing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈslaː.ɪn/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Slowing is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of slow.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of slow.
More Meanings
- A deceleration; a slowing down.
Example Sentences
We have seen Parkinsonism as sudden starts and stops, as odd speedings and slowings.
The Wycombe slowing begins at West Wycombe; to the High Wycombe curve itself most exaggerated respect was shown, with a minimum of 30 m.p.h.
While the first part to Manchester is level after the initial climb out of Liverpool, the section over the Pennines between Manchester and Leeds is very difficult, with steep gradients as well as many slowings over junctions and curves.
Word Forms
- slowings
Synonyms for slowing
Depending on context, synonyms include retardation, deceleration.
Antonyms for slowing
Common opposites include acceleration.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include deceleration, retardation, slowdown, slackening, retarding, hampering.
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