Wasting
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈweɪstɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Wasting is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of waste.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of waste.
More Meanings
- Causing a waste, or wasting away; causing pronounced loss of body mass.
- Gradual deterioration or wasting away.
- The act by which something is laid waste; destruction.
Example Sentences
muscular wastings
Word Forms
- wastings
Synonyms for wasting
Depending on context, synonyms include atrophy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include atrophy, spoilage, emaciation, debilitating, wastage, ruining.
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