Loving

/ˈlʌvɪŋ/

adjectiveBeginnerVery CommonGeneral

Definitions

2 meanings
1

Feeling or expressing love or affection.

/ˈlʌvɪŋ/

adjectivepositiveBeginner
General

Feeling or showing love or strong affection.

She is a loving mother who always puts her children first.

💡 Simply: Being super affectionate and caring! Like when you hug your best friend or give someone a big, warm smile. It’s about showing you care a lot.

👶 For kids: Feeling like you really, really like someone or something and want to take care of them.

More Examples

2

The dog gave me a loving lick on the hand.

3

They built a loving home filled with laughter and joy.

How It's Used

Family

"A loving parent provides care and support."

Relationships

"They share a loving relationship filled with mutual respect."

2

The act or state of expressing affection or care.

/ˈlʌvɪŋ/

nounpositivemedium
General

The state or act of showing love.

The couple's loving for each other was apparent in their every gesture.

💡 Simply: When someone shows how much they care about you. It's the special actions people do because they feel warm and fuzzy feelings about you!

👶 For kids: When you do nice things for someone because you love them.

More Examples

2

He expressed his loving through thoughtful gifts and acts of service.

3

The act of loving towards others can spread positivity and happiness.

How It's Used

Literature

"Her acts were defined by her loving."

Tip:Think of a parent's loving care.

From Middle English lovynge, present participle of loven (“to love”), from Old English lufian (“to love”).

Historically, 'loving' has been used to describe affection and care across different periods and contexts.

Memory tip

Think of a puppy – its loving gaze melts your heart.

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Usage

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