returning
Translation
returning, giving back, coming back
Examples
She is returning from her trip.
She is returning from her trip.
Returning the item was simple.
Returning the item was simple.
The returning champion was cheered.
The returning champion was cheered.
Grammar Patterns
be ((returning)) ((from/to a place)) to be in the process of coming back He is returning from work.
((returning sth.)) as a gerund phrase Returning unwanted gifts can be awkward.
Similar Words
Synonyms: coming back, giving back, going back
Etymology
From 'return' plus the '-ing' suffix, used for present participles and gerunds.
Memory Tips
The '-ing' ending often indicates an ongoing action ('is returning') or the action as a noun ('returning is easy').