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- US Pronunciation
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- [loh-kuh-moht]
- /ˌloʊ kəˈmoʊt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [loh-kuh-moht]
- /ˌloʊ kəˈmoʊt/
Definitions of locomoting word
- verb without object locomoting to move about, especially under one's own power. 1
- verb locomoting present participle of locomote. 0
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Origin of locomoting
First appearance:
before 1825 One of the 37% newest English words
First recorded in 1825-35; back formation from locomotion
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Parts of speech for Locomoting
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
locomoting popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
locomoting usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for locomoting
verb locomoting
- bend — When you bend, you move the top part of your body downwards and forwards. Plants and trees also bend.
- propel — to drive, or cause to move, forward or onward: to propel a boat by rowing.
- shift — to put (something) aside and replace it by another or others; change or exchange: to shift friends; to shift ideas.
- move — to pass from one place or position to another.
- influence — the capacity or power of persons or things to be a compelling force on or produce effects on the actions, behavior, opinions, etc., of others: He used family influence to get the contract.
Antonyms for locomoting
verb locomoting
- hinder — to cause delay, interruption, or difficulty in; hamper; impede: The storm hindered our progress.
- remain — to continue in the same state; continue to be as specified: to remain at peace.
- dissuade — to deter by advice or persuasion; persuade not to do something (often followed by from): She dissuaded him from leaving home.
- prevent — to keep from occurring; avert; hinder: He intervened to prevent bloodshed.
- repress — to keep under control, check, or suppress (desires, feelings, actions, tears, etc.).
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