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1parting
noun part·ing \ˈpär-tiŋ\
: a time or occurrence when people leave each other
: the act of separating something into two or more parts
: the line where a person's hair is separated
Full Definition of PARTING
: a place or point where a division or separation occurs
— parting of the ways
1
: a point of separation or divergence
2
: a place or time at which a choice must be made
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First Known Use of PARTING
15th century
Related to PARTING
- Synonyms
- farewell, leave-taking, separation
- Antonyms
- advent, appearance, arrival
Rhymes with PARTING
2parting
adjective
: given, taken, or done when leaving someone
Full Definition of PARTING
: given, taken, or done at parting <a parting kiss>
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First Known Use of PARTING
1562
Related to PARTING
- Synonyms
- farewell, valedictory
Rhymes with PARTING
PARTING Defined for Kids
parting
noun part·ing \ˈpär-tiŋ\
Definition of PARTING for Kids
: an act of leaving someone <Our parting was a sad occasion.>
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