noun

fanning

FA-nihng

Fanning (noun) means the act of moving air with a fan, or of spreading out in a fan shape. Example: “The fanning of the cards revealed a winning hand.”

noun

The act of moving air with a fan, or of spreading out in a fan shape.

"The fanning of the cards revealed a winning hand."

A quick-draw gun technique of repeatedly cocking the hammer with the free hand while firing.

"The cowboy in the film was famous for fanning his revolver."

How to use fanning

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe action of fanning something — cooling it with air, spreading it out, or (in Westerns) a fast-firing gun trick.

Word forms

fannings plural, Fannings plural

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Rhymes for fanning

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fanning” mean?

The word “fanning” means the act of moving air with a fan, or of spreading out in a fan shape. In plain terms, the action of fanning something — cooling it with air, spreading it out, or (in Westerns) a fast-firing gun trick.

How do you pronounce “fanning”?

“Fanning” is pronounced FA-nihng (/ˈfænɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “fanning” in a sentence?

Here is “fanning” used in a sentence: “The fanning of the cards revealed a winning hand.”

What part of speech is “fanning”?

“Fanning” is a noun.

How many meanings does “fanning” have?

“Fanning” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of moving air with a fan, or of spreading out in a fan shape.