noun
Uncommon
orbiting
Orbiting (noun) means the act of circling a body in space; also, informally, the practice of ending contact with someone romantically while still watching or following them on social media. Example: “The probe spent two years orbiting the moon.”
noun
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The act of circling a body in space; also, informally, the practice of ending contact with someone romantically while still watching or following them on social media.
"The probe spent two years orbiting the moon."
"She realized he was orbiting her on social media even after they stopped talking."
How to use orbiting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCircling something in space — or, in slang, quietly keeping tabs on an ex through social media without actually talking to them.
When to use it
The social-media sense is informal slang, popular on platforms discussing modern dating.
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What does “orbiting” mean?
The word “orbiting” means the act of circling a body in space; also, informally, the practice of ending contact with someone romantically while still watching or following them on social media. In plain terms, circling something in space — or, in slang, quietly keeping tabs on an ex through social media without actually talking to them.
How do you use “orbiting” in a sentence?
Here is “orbiting” used in a sentence: “The probe spent two years orbiting the moon.”
What part of speech is “orbiting”?
“Orbiting” is a noun.
Is “orbiting” a common word?
“Orbiting” is an uncommon word in modern English.
