noun
panting
PAN-tihng
Panting (noun) means the act of breathing quickly and heavily. Example: “His panting slowed once he caught his breath.”
noun
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The act of breathing quickly and heavily.
"His panting slowed once he caught his breath."
How to use panting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe noun form of "pant" — quick, heavy breathing.
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- Plural
- pantings
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What does “panting” mean?
The word “panting” means the act of breathing quickly and heavily. In plain terms, the noun form of "pant" — quick, heavy breathing.
How do you pronounce “panting”?
“Panting” is pronounced PAN-tihng (/ˈpæntɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “panting” in a sentence?
Here is “panting” used in a sentence: “His panting slowed once he caught his breath.”
What part of speech is “panting”?
“Panting” is a noun.
