excluding
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ɪkˈskluːdɪŋ/
KK: /ɪkˈskludɪŋ/
preposition
Definition
Not including something or someone; leaving out.
Example
Everyone was invited to the party, excluding John.
Conversation
Are you coming to the party tomorrow?
Yeah, I’ll be there, excluding the early hours, though.
Oh, that sounds good! What time will you show up then?
Probably around eight, just in time for the fun!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
barring
excepting
omitting
Antonyms
including
counting
encompassing
verb
Definition
To leave something out or not include it in a group or list.
Example
The club is excluding members who do not pay their fees.
Tense Forms
Past: excluded
Past Participle: excluded
Conversation
Are you coming to the party on Saturday?
I’m not sure; I might have plans, excluding a few friends.
You should definitely come, even if it’s just for a bit!
Root Explanation
Excluding → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or from) and "cludere" (meaning to close). The word "excluding" means to close off or keep something out.
Memory Tip
Think of 'closing off' ('cludere') something 'from' ('ex-') — that's why excluding means to keep something out.
Visually Confused Words
unexcluding
secluding
excusing
deluding
clouding
elding