feeding
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈfiːdɪŋ/
KK: /ˈfiːdɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of giving food to someone or something, especially animals.
Example
The farmer is responsible for the feeding of the livestock every morning.
Conversation
Have you seen how much time I spend on feeding my dog?
Yeah, I noticed you do it every day without fail.
It's important for their health, you know, especially during feeding time.
Absolutely! A good routine makes a big difference.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
nourishment
sustenance
provision
Antonyms
starvation
deprivation
hunger
verb
Definition
To give food to someone or something.
Example
She is feeding the baby right now.
Tense Forms
Past: fed
Past Participle: fed
Conversation
What are you doing this weekend?
I'm thinking about feeding the ducks at the park.
That sounds fun! Can I join you?
Root Explanation
Feeding is derived from "feed" (from Old English *fēdan*, meaning to nourish or provide food) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "feeding" refers to the action or process of providing nourishment or food.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word for nourishing someone — that's what feeding means, the action of providing food.
Visually Confused Words
unfeeding
reeding
needing
freeing
feering
feeling
outfeeding
weedling