Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hanging
adjective, noun, verb
/ˈhæŋɪŋ/
Definition
The act of suspending something from a height, often used to describe objects or situations that are left in a state of uncertainty.
Examples
- The hanging lanterns created a warm atmosphere at the party.
- He felt a sense of hanging anxiety before the interview.
- The painting was hanging on the wall, catching everyone’s attention.
Meaning
In a general sense, ‘hanging’ refers to the state of being suspended or dangling from a support. It can also denote a feeling of being unresolved or incomplete.
Synonyms
- suspension
- dropping
- loose
- pending
- unresolved
