wading
What is another word for wading? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adjective — Suitable or fit for walking through water on foot, especially shallow water.
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How to use wading
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wading pool
wading bird
wading through the shallows
Etymology
From wade plus the suffix -ing; wade itself traces back through Old English to a very old Germanic root meaning "to go" or "to advance".
Full origin of wading →Frequently asked questions
What does “wading” mean?
The word “wading” means suitable or fit for walking through water on foot, especially shallow water. In plain terms, walking through water, mud, or something similarly thick, or (for a bird) built for doing exactly that.
How do you use “wading” in a sentence?
Here is “wading” used in a sentence: “She rolled up her trousers and picked her way across the wading section of the river.”
What part of speech is “wading”?
“Wading” is an adjective.
Where does the word “wading” come from?
The word “wading” comes from Old English. From wade plus the suffix -ing; wade itself traces back through Old English to a very old Germanic root meaning "to go" or "to advance".
How many meanings does “wading” have?
“Wading” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: suitable or fit for walking through water on foot, especially shallow water.
