feeding
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for feeding, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of giving food, or an instance of a baby or animal being fed.
Synonyms
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
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How to use feeding
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
By surface analysis, feed + -ing.
Full origin of feeding →Frequently asked questions
What does “feeding” mean?
The word “feeding” means the act of giving food, or an instance of a baby or animal being fed. In plain terms, the act or session of eating, or of giving food to someone or something.
How do you pronounce “feeding”?
“Feeding” is pronounced FEE-dihng (/ˈfiːdɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “feeding” in a sentence?
Here is “feeding” used in a sentence: “The baby's next feeding is due in three hours.”
What part of speech is “feeding”?
“Feeding” is a noun.
Is “feeding” a common word?
“Feeding” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “feeding” have?
“Feeding” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of giving food, or an instance of a baby or animal being fed.
What is the difference between "feeding" and "eating"?
"Feeding" usually means giving food to someone or something, as in feeding a baby or feeding the animals, while "eating" means consuming food yourself. "Feeding" can also describe the act of eating in animals, but with people it most often refers to providing the food.