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sending
SEHN-dihng
Sending (noun) means the act of causing something to be delivered or transmitted. Example: “The sending of the invoices was delayed by a system error.”
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The act of causing something to be delivered or transmitted.
"The sending of the invoices was delayed by a system error."
"The sending of a reminder email helps people remember the appointment."
"Careful checking should come before the sending of any important letter."
How to use sending
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe action of dispatching something, described as a noun.
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Rhymes for sending
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Frequently asked questions
What does “sending” mean?
The word “sending” means the act of causing something to be delivered or transmitted. In plain terms, the action of dispatching something, described as a noun.
How do you pronounce “sending”?
“Sending” is pronounced SEHN-dihng (/ˈsɛndɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sending” in a sentence?
Here is “sending” used in a sentence: “The sending of the invoices was delayed by a system error.”
What part of speech is “sending”?
“Sending” is a noun.
Is “sending” a common word?
“Sending” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between sending and receiving?
Sending and receiving are the two ends of the same exchange. Sending is the act of causing something — a letter, parcel, or signal — to be delivered or transmitted away from you. Receiving is taking delivery of it at the other end. One is outgoing, the other incoming.
Is 'sending' a noun or a verb?
It works as both. As the "-ing" form of the verb "send," it appears in "I am sending it now." As a noun, or gerund, it names the act itself — "the sending of the parcel was delayed." Same word, but one describes the action happening, the other treats it as a thing.
What is an example of sending?
Pressing "send" on an email, posting a parcel, or broadcasting a radio signal are all forms of sending: you cause something to be delivered or transmitted to someone or somewhere else. The word covers both physical items and electronic data — anything set on its way to a destination.
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