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swinging

adjective swing·ing \ˈswiŋ-iŋ\

: lively or exciting

Full Definition of SWINGING

:  being lively, exciting, and up-to-date; also :  abounding in swingers and swinging entertainment <a swinging coffeehouse>
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Origin of SWINGING

present participle of 1swing
First Known Use: 1956

Rhymes with SWINGING

ringing, springing, stringing

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12 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. swinging
  2. swing
  3. swingeing
  4. swinging bar
  5. swinging base
  6. swinging boom
  7. swinging buoy
  8. swinging play
  9. swinging post
  10. swinging ring
  11. free-swinging
  12. swing door
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