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bringing
BRIH-ngihng
Bringing (noun) means the act of carrying or delivering something to a place. Example: “The bringing of supplies took most of the morning.”
noun
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The act of carrying or delivering something to a place.
"The bringing of supplies took most of the morning."
"The bringing of the new chairs to the hall was done by volunteers."
"The bringing of fresh flowers to the grave became a weekly habit for her."
How to use bringing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe noun form of "bring" — the act of carrying or delivering something somewhere.
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Rhymes for bringing
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Frequently asked questions
What does “bringing” mean?
The word “bringing” means the act of carrying or delivering something to a place. In plain terms, the noun form of "bring" — the act of carrying or delivering something somewhere.
How do you pronounce “bringing”?
“Bringing” is pronounced BRIH-ngihng (/ˈbɹɪŋɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bringing” in a sentence?
Here is “bringing” used in a sentence: “The bringing of supplies took most of the morning.”
What part of speech is “bringing”?
“Bringing” is a noun.
Is “bringing” a common word?
“Bringing” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between bringing and taking?
Both describe moving something, but the direction differs. Bringing means carrying something toward the speaker or the place being discussed — 'bringing it here.' Taking means carrying it away, to another place — 'taking it there.' Choose bring for movement toward you, and take for movement away from you.
What is an example of bringing something?
Bringing a gift to a party, bringing your umbrella home, or bringing documents to a meeting are all examples. In each case something is carried or delivered to a place, usually toward the speaker or the point of focus. The emphasis is on the act of conveying the item there.
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