noun
Uncommon
hovering
Hovering (noun) means the act of remaining suspended in one place, or of lingering nearby. Example: “The constant hovering of the security guard made the shoppers uneasy.”
noun
1
The act of remaining suspended in one place, or of lingering nearby.
"The constant hovering of the security guard made the shoppers uneasy."
How to use hovering
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe state of floating in place or lingering close by, often with a sense of being overly attentive or watchful.
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Word forms
- Plural
- hoverings
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Etymology
From hover + -ing.
Rhymes for hovering
peering
tapering
lowering
covering
offering
entering
altering
cheering
steering
uttering
ordering
towering
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Frequently asked questions
What does “hovering” mean?
The word “hovering” means the act of remaining suspended in one place, or of lingering nearby. In plain terms, the state of floating in place or lingering close by, often with a sense of being overly attentive or watchful.
How do you use “hovering” in a sentence?
Here is “hovering” used in a sentence: “The constant hovering of the security guard made the shoppers uneasy.”
What part of speech is “hovering”?
“Hovering” is a noun.
Is “hovering” a common word?
“Hovering” is an uncommon word in modern English.
