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claiming
KLAY-mihng
Claiming (noun) means the act of making a claim. Example: “The claiming of lost luggage takes place at the desk by the exit.”
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The act of making a claim.
"The claiming of lost luggage takes place at the desk by the exit."
"Claiming back your travel costs is simple if you keep every receipt."
"The claiming process for the refund took several weeks."
How to use claiming
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of asking for or asserting something.
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What does “claiming” mean?
The word “claiming” means the act of making a claim. In plain terms, the act of asking for or asserting something.
How do you pronounce “claiming”?
“Claiming” is pronounced KLAY-mihng (/ˈkleɪmɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “claiming” in a sentence?
Here is “claiming” used in a sentence: “The claiming process for the refund took several weeks.”
What part of speech is “claiming”?
“Claiming” is a noun.
Is “claiming” a common word?
“Claiming” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "claiming" and "claim"?
A "claim" is a single statement, right, or demand, while "claiming" refers to the ongoing act or process of making a claim. For example, "his claim was false" describes the statement, whereas "claiming benefits" describes the act of applying for them.
What is the difference between "claiming" and "declaring"?
"Claiming" means asserting a right to something or stating something as true, often when it may be doubted or disputed. "Declaring" means announcing something formally and openly, without the same suggestion that it needs to be proven.
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