adj
clinging
KLIH-ngihng
adj
1
Tending to hold on tightly, or emotionally dependent to an uncomfortable degree.
"His clinging behaviour made her want more space in the relationship."
How to Use Clinging
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHolding on too tightly — physically or emotionally.
Word Forms
clingings plural
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Rhymes for clinging
singing
ringing
winging
pinging
swinging
bringing
stinging
wringing
flinging
springing
stringing
upbringing
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