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describing
/dɪˈskraɪ.bɪŋ/
[/dɪˈskraɪ.bɪŋ/]
giving details (present)
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Definition
Describing is the present participle of 'describe', meaning giving an account of what something is like. It is a key writing skill.
Example
She is describing the scene in great detail.
She is describing the scene in great detail.
Etymology
Present-participle form of 'describe', from Latin 'describere'.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes the ongoing act of giving an account.