hunting
Translation
hunting
Examples
Hunting is a popular sport here.
Hunting is a popular sport here.
He is hunting for a new job.
He is hunting for a new job.
Grammar Patterns
to go hunting to participate in the activity of hunting They go hunting in the fall.
hunting for ((sth.)) the act of searching for ((sth.)) The police are hunting for clues.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pursuit, chasing, stalking; Antonyms: conservation, preservation
Etymology
From the verb 'to hunt' plus the '-ing' suffix, used to form a gerund (a noun describing an activity).
Memory Tips
The '-ing' ending often refers to an activity, like swimming, running, or... hunting.