noun Uncommon

freeing

FREE-ihng

Freeing (noun) means the act of setting someone or something free. Example: “The freeing of the hostages was broadcast live around the world.”

noun

The act of setting someone or something free.

"The freeing of the hostages was broadcast live around the world."

adj

Giving a feeling of freedom or release.

"Quitting her stressful job felt incredibly freeing."

How to Use Freeing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither the act of setting free, or an adjective describing something that makes you feel liberated.

Common pairings

a freeing experience the freeing of

Word Forms

more freeing comparative, freeings plural, most freeing superlative

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Rhymes for freeing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “freeing” mean?

The word “freeing” means the act of setting someone or something free. In plain terms, either the act of setting free, or an adjective describing something that makes you feel liberated.

How do you pronounce “freeing”?

“Freeing” is pronounced FREE-ihng (/ˈfɹiːɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “freeing” in a sentence?

Here is “freeing” used in a sentence: “The freeing of the hostages was broadcast live around the world.”

What part of speech is “freeing”?

Depending on how it is used, “freeing” can be a noun and an adjective.

Is “freeing” a common word?

“Freeing” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “freeing” have?

“Freeing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of setting someone or something free.