English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
noun Uncommon

abandoning

uh-BAN-duh-nihng

Abandoning (noun) means the act of leaving something or someone behind for good. Example: “Abandoning the old factory left dozens of workers without jobs.”

noun
1
The act of leaving something or someone behind for good.
"Abandoning the old factory left dozens of workers without jobs."

How to Use Abandoning

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe act of giving up on or walking away from someone or something.

Word Forms

abandonings plural

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “abandoning” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Fill the Gap

Can you complete this real example?

_____ the old factory left dozens of workers without jobs.

Rhymes for abandoning

See all rhymes for abandoning →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “abandoning” mean?

The word “abandoning” means the act of leaving something or someone behind for good. In plain terms, the act of giving up on or walking away from someone or something.

How do you pronounce “abandoning”?

“Abandoning” is pronounced uh-BAN-duh-nihng (/əˈbændənɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “abandoning” in a sentence?

Here is “abandoning” used in a sentence: “Abandoning the old factory left dozens of workers without jobs.”

What part of speech is “abandoning”?

“Abandoning” is a noun.

Is “abandoning” a common word?

“Abandoning” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Definitions: FreeDict original editorial