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happening

3 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. 1) happening (noun)
  2. 2) happening (adjective)
  3. happen (verb)

1happening

noun

Definition of HAPPENING

1
: something that happens : occurrence
2
: an event or series of events designed to evoke a spontaneous reaction to sensory, emotional, or spiritual stimuli
3
: something (as an event) that is particularly interesting, entertaining, or important
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Examples of HAPPENING

  1. <the President's visit to the school was a real happening for teachers and students alike>
  2. <gave a detailed account of all the happenings of the weekend>

First Known Use of HAPPENING

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