hanging
Translation
suspended, dangling
Examples
The hanging basket was full of flowers.
The hanging basket was full of flowers.
He looked at the hanging tapestry on the wall.
He looked at the hanging tapestry on the wall.
Grammar Patterns
((hanging + noun)) used as an adjective before a noun A hanging lamp lit the room.
Similar Words
Synonyms: suspended, dangling, pendant
Etymology
From the verb 'to hang'. The '-ing' suffix forms a present participle, often used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
Picture a hanging basket of flowers suspended in the air.