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coming

|com-ing|

B1

/ˈkʌmɪŋ/

(come)

approach or arrive

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPresent ParticipleNoun
comecomescamecomingcomings
Etymology
Etymology Information

'coming' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'cuman,' where 'cuman' meant 'to come.'

Historical Evolution

'cuman' transformed into the Middle English word 'comen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'come.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to move toward,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the act of arriving or moving toward a place.

The coming of spring is always a welcome change.

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Adjective 1

approaching or about to happen.

The coming storm looks severe.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39