English · Common Verbs
sending
/ˈsɛndɪŋ/
[/ˈsɛndɪŋ/]
present participle of send
Beginnerverb
Definition
Present participle of 'send': causing something to go somewhere, happening now.
Example
I am sending you the report now, so please check your email in a few minutes.
I am sending you the report now, so please check your email in a few minutes.
Etymology
From Old English 'sendan' (to send) plus the '-ing' ending.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in continuous tenses for ongoing action.