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