noun
Uncommon
juggling
JUH-guh-lihng
Juggling (noun) means the skill or act of keeping several objects moving through the air by tossing and catching them. Example: “The street performer's juggling drew a large crowd.”
noun
1
The skill or act of keeping several objects moving through the air by tossing and catching them.
"The street performer's juggling drew a large crowd."
2
The act of managing several tasks or responsibilities at once.
"Juggling work and childcare left her little free time."
How to use juggling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe activity of keeping objects airborne, or figuratively managing many things simultaneously.
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Word forms
- Plural
- jugglings
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Etymology
From Middle English jogelyng, formed from juggle plus -ing.
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What does “juggling” mean?
The word “juggling” means the skill or act of keeping several objects moving through the air by tossing and catching them. In plain terms, the activity of keeping objects airborne, or figuratively managing many things simultaneously.
How do you pronounce “juggling”?
“Juggling” is pronounced JUH-guh-lihng (/ˈd͡ʒʌɡəlɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “juggling” in a sentence?
Here is “juggling” used in a sentence: “The street performer's juggling drew a large crowd.”
What part of speech is “juggling”?
“Juggling” is a noun.
Where does the word “juggling” come from?
The word “juggling” comes from Middle English. From Middle English jogelyng, formed from juggle plus -ing.
Is “juggling” a common word?
“Juggling” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “juggling” have?
“Juggling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the skill or act of keeping several objects moving through the air by tossing and catching them.
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