doing
|do-ing|
A2
/ˈduːɪŋ/
(do)
completed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'doing' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dōing', where 'dō-' meant 'to perform or execute'.
Historical Evolution
'dōing' changed from Old English word 'dōing' and eventually became the modern English word 'doing'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to perform or execute an action', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of performing or executing an action.
The doing of the task took longer than expected.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'do'.
She is doing her homework.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39