adjective
moving
MOO-vihng
adjective
1
Causing strong feelings, especially sadness or sympathy.
"It was a moving tribute to her late husband."
2
In motion; not stationary.
"Never jump off a moving vehicle."
noun
1
The process of relocating belongings or residence.
"Moving is one of the most stressful life events."
How to Use Moving
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that stirs emotion, something in motion, or the act of relocating.
Common pairings
moving speech
moving vehicle
moving day
Word Forms
more moving comparative, movings plural, most moving superlative
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Etymology
From "move" plus "-ing."