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establishing
ih-STAB-lih-shihng
Establishing (noun) means the process of setting something up so it becomes permanent or accepted. Example: “The charity spent a year establishing itself as a trusted name in the town.”
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The process of setting something up so it becomes permanent or accepted.
"The charity spent a year establishing itself as a trusted name in the town."
"Establishing a daily routine helped the new students settle in quickly."
"Establishing good habits early makes them easier to keep."
How to use establishing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of creating or proving something so it becomes fixed and recognized.
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Rhymes for establishing
fishing
dishing
phishing
swishing
vanishing
perishing
finishing
punishing
polishing
ravishing
nourishing
publishing
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Frequently asked questions
What does “establishing” mean?
The word “establishing” means the process of setting something up so it becomes permanent or accepted. In plain terms, the act of creating or proving something so it becomes fixed and recognized.
How do you pronounce “establishing”?
“Establishing” is pronounced ih-STAB-lih-shihng (/ɪˈstæblɪʃɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “establishing” in a sentence?
Here is “establishing” used in a sentence: “Establishing good habits early makes them easier to keep.”
What part of speech is “establishing”?
“Establishing” is a noun.
Is “establishing” a common word?
“Establishing” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "establishing" and "founding"?
"Establishing" is the process of setting something up so it becomes permanent or accepted, and can apply to organisations, rules, facts, or relationships. "Founding" refers more narrowly to creating an institution or organisation at its very beginning.
What is an "establishing shot" in film?
An "establishing shot" is a wide opening shot that sets up the location and context of a scene for the viewer. It draws on the sense of "establishing" as setting something up so it becomes clear and accepted.
When should you use "establishing" instead of "creating"?
Use "establishing" when the emphasis is on making something permanent, settled, or accepted, such as establishing a routine or establishing trust. "Creating" simply means bringing something into existence, without that sense of lasting acceptance.
What words commonly follow "establishing"?
"Establishing" often precedes nouns like "establishing trust," "establishing a business," "establishing rules," and "establishing a connection." It stresses the process of putting something on a firm, lasting footing.
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