Flowing
ˈfləʊɪŋ
Definitions
2 meaningsMoving in a continuous stream or current.
ˈfləʊɪŋ
Moving continuously in a current or stream.
The river was flowing gently.
💡 Simply: Imagine a river. It's not just sitting still – it's *flowing*, moving along constantly. It's like when your words come out easy and smooth when you talk, without stopping.
👶 For kids: It means something is moving like water in a river, it doesn't stop.
More Examples
The music was flowing through the concert hall.
The information is flowing quickly.
How It's Used
"The river is flowing rapidly after the storm."
"The data is flowing through the network."
Characterized by smooth, graceful, and continuous movement.
ˈfləʊɪŋ
Moving or changing smoothly and continuously.
The dancer's movements were flowing and elegant.
💡 Simply: Think about a pretty dress that moves really nicely when you walk or dance - that's *flowing*. It looks graceful and smooth, like everything is just working well together.
👶 For kids: Something is moving and smooth, like a ribbon in the wind.
More Examples
The design had a flowing, natural feel.
She created a flowing skirt that looked great on her.
How It's Used
"She wore a flowing dress to the party."
"The artist captured the flowing lines of the dancers."
Idioms & expressions
go with the flow
To adapt to a situation or accept what happens.
"Rather than resisting the changes, I decided to go with the flow."
From Middle English flowen, from Old English flōwan (“to flow”).
The word 'flowing' has been used since the Old English period, reflecting the fundamental human experience of movement and change.