downing Definition
- 1the act of swallowing something, especially a drink, quickly and in large amounts
- 2the act of bringing down an aircraft or other flying object
Using downing: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "downing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He did the downing of the beer in one go.
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The downing of the plane was a tragic event.
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The downing of the enemy's aircraft was a strategic victory for the military.
downing Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for downing
- swallowing
- gulping
- chugging
- shooting
- bringing down
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Summary: downing in Brief
The term 'downing' [ˈdaʊnɪŋ] refers to two distinct actions. The first is the act of quickly and largely swallowing something, usually a drink, as in 'He did the downing of the beer in one go.' The second is the act of bringing down an aircraft or other flying object, as in 'The downing of the plane was a tragic event.'
