noun
Uncommon
kneeling
NEE-lihng
Kneeling (noun) means the act of going down onto one's knees. Example: “Kneeling for long periods left his knees aching.”
noun
1
The act of going down onto one's knees.
"Kneeling for long periods left his knees aching."
How to use kneeling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act or position of being on your knees.
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Word forms
- Plural
- kneelings
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_____ for long periods left his knees aching.
Etymology
From kneel plus the -ing ending, tracing back to Middle English knelinge.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for kneeling
feeling
peeling
reeling
fueling
dueling
modeling
wheeling
yodeling
labeling
traveling
unfeeling
tunneling
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Frequently asked questions
What does “kneeling” mean?
The word “kneeling” means the act of going down onto one's knees. In plain terms, the act or position of being on your knees.
How do you pronounce “kneeling”?
“Kneeling” is pronounced NEE-lihng (/ˈniːlɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “kneeling” in a sentence?
Here is “kneeling” used in a sentence: “Kneeling for long periods left his knees aching.”
What part of speech is “kneeling”?
“Kneeling” is a noun.
Where does the word “kneeling” come from?
The word “kneeling” comes from Middle English. From kneel plus the -ing ending, tracing back to Middle English knelinge.
Is “kneeling” a common word?
“Kneeling” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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