noun
Uncommon
submitting
suhb-MIH-tihng
Submitting (noun) means the act of sending something in for approval or review. Example: “Submitting the paperwork early avoided any delays.”
noun
1
The act of sending something in for approval or review.
"Submitting the paperwork early avoided any delays."
"She was nervous about submitting her essay to the competition judges."
"Submitting your application online takes only a few minutes."
How to use submitting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe action of handing something in, in progress.
Common pairings
submitting an application
before submitting
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Word forms
- Plural
- submittings
- Comparative
- more submitting
- Superlative
- most submitting
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Synonyms
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Rhymes for submitting
fitting
sitting
hitting
pitting
knitting
shitting
quitting
spitting
flitting
slitting
admitting
befitting
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Frequently asked questions
What does “submitting” mean?
The word “submitting” means the act of sending something in for approval or review. In plain terms, the action of handing something in, in progress.
How do you pronounce “submitting”?
“Submitting” is pronounced suhb-MIH-tihng (/səbˈmɪtɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “submitting” in a sentence?
Here is “submitting” used in a sentence: “Submitting the paperwork early avoided any delays.”
What part of speech is “submitting”?
“Submitting” is a noun.
Is “submitting” a common word?
“Submitting” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between "submitting" and simply "sending" something?
Submitting implies formally sending something, such as a form, application, or piece of work, for approval, review, or judgment, whereas sending is a more general term that doesn't necessarily involve any evaluation. Submitting always carries the expectation that someone will assess the material afterward.
Is "submitting" the right word for handing in schoolwork?
Yes, submitting is commonly used for handing in assignments, essays, or applications that will be assessed or reviewed by a teacher or official body.
When is "submitting" used in a workplace context?
In workplaces, submitting typically refers to sending reports, timesheets, expense claims, or proposals through a formal review or approval process.
