feeding
Translation
feeding, nursing, mealtime
Examples
It's time for the baby's feeding.
It's time for the baby's feeding.
The feeding of the lions is a popular zoo event.
The feeding of the lions is a popular zoo event.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) feeding ((of sb./sth.)) the act of giving food to someone/something The feeding of the animals is at noon.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nourishment, nutrition, mealtime
Etymology
The gerund form of the verb 'to feed', referring to the action itself.
Memory Tips
Think of the action of 'feeding' a pet or a baby. The '-ing' makes it a noun describing the action.