Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

narrowing

verb (present participle)
/ˈnɛəroʊɪŋ/
Definition
The act of making something narrower or more limited in extent, range, or scope.
Examples
  • The narrowing of the river made it easier to cross.
  • The company is narrowing its focus to specific markets.
  • She felt a narrowing of options as the deadline approached.
Meaning
Narrowing refers to the process of reducing width or range, often leading to a more focused area or topic.
Synonyms
  • Constricting
  • Reducing
  • Limiting
  • Tightening
  • Restricting