kneeing
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈniːɪŋ/
KK: /ˈniːɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A hit or strike made using the knee, often in a physical confrontation or sport.
Example
He scored a point by kneeing his opponent during the match.
Conversation
Did you see that fight last night?
Yeah, it was crazy! I couldn't believe the kneeing involved.
I know, right? It definitely turned the tide of the match.
For sure! That kneeing move was so unexpected.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
strike
blow
hit
Antonyms
caress
touch
pat
verb
Definition
The action of bending one or both knees, often used in a physical context such as kneeling or striking with the knee.
Example
He was kneeing the ground to show respect during the ceremony.
Tense Forms
Past: kneeled
Past Participle: kneeled
Conversation
Did you see that player kneeing the other guy during the match?
Yeah, it looked intense! I hope he’s okay.
I know, right? That kind of move can really hurt.
Root Explanation
The word 'kneeing' is derived from 'knee' (from Old English 'cneow', meaning the joint between the thigh and the lower leg) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). Therefore, 'kneeing' refers to the action or process involving the knee.
Memory Tip
Think of the joint between your thigh and lower leg ('knee') and how the '-ing' suffix indicates an action. This helps you remember that 'kneeing' is the action related to the knee.
Visually Confused Words
needing
keeping
keeling
unkneeling
unseeing
unfeeing
sneezing
sneering