giving

Definition

present participle and gerund of give

Etymology

By surface analysis, give + -ing.

Example Sentences

• "1981, fa.human-nets, 6 May 1981 0359-EDT, Gary Feldman at CMU-10A These bright surfaces are sprayed with a fine spray of ink, thus giving them an even surface."
• "This dress is giving summer and margaritas. Love it!"
• "Stop texting me! It's giving "desperate", honestly."