repeating
Repeating (adjective) means happening again and again in the same way. Example: “The wallpaper had a repeating pattern of vines.”
How to use repeating
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRecurring in a cycle, whether that's a pattern, a decimal, or a gun mechanism.
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repeatings plural
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What does “repeating” mean?
The word “repeating” means happening again and again in the same way. In plain terms, recurring in a cycle, whether that's a pattern, a decimal, or a gun mechanism.
How do you pronounce “repeating”?
“Repeating” is pronounced rih-PEE-tihng (/ɹɪˈpiːtɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “repeating” in a sentence?
Here is “repeating” used in a sentence: “The wallpaper had a repeating pattern of vines.”
What is another word for “repeating”?
Words with a similar meaning to “repeating” include repetitious.
What part of speech is “repeating”?
“Repeating” is an adjective.
Is “repeating” a common word?
“Repeating” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “repeating” have?
“Repeating” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: happening again and again in the same way.
What is the difference between "repeating" and "repetitive"?
"Repeating" describes something happening again and again in the same way, often in a neutral or ongoing sense, while "repetitive" often carries a more negative connotation, suggesting the repetition is tedious or excessive. "Repeating" is also used in technical contexts, such as a repeating firearm or a repeating decimal.
What is a repeating firearm?
A repeating firearm is a gun that can fire multiple shots without needing to be reloaded between each shot. This distinguishes it from single-shot firearms that require manual reloading after every discharge.
What is a repeating decimal in math?
A repeating decimal is a decimal number in which a digit or sequence of digits repeats infinitely, such as 0.333... This reflects the general sense of "repeating" as happening again and again in the same pattern.