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Sparking (noun) means the act or process of giving off sparks. Example: “The mechanic traced the sparking back to a loose connection.”

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The act or process of giving off sparks.
"The mechanic traced the sparking back to a loose connection."

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In plain EnglishGiving off sparks, or the act of triggering something.

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What does “sparking” mean?
The word “sparking” means the act or process of giving off sparks. In plain terms, giving off sparks, or the act of triggering something.
How do you use “sparking” in a sentence?
Here is “sparking” used in a sentence: “The mechanic traced the sparking back to a loose connection.”
What part of speech is “sparking”?
“Sparking” is a noun.
What is the meaning of sparking?
"sparking" (noun) means the act or process of giving off sparks.