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preposition con·cern·ing \kən-ˈsər-niŋ\

Definition of concerning

  1. :  relating to :  regarding

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Examples of concerning in a Sentence

  1. we had a meeting with the principal today concerning the new policy on student-run organizations

First Known Use of concerning

1535

concerning Synonyms

Synonyms
apropos, apropos of, as far as, as for, as regards (also as respects), as to, about, of, on, regarding, respecting, touching, toward (or towards)
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Definition of concerning for English Language Learners

  • : relating to (something or someone)

CONCERNING Defined for Kids

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preposition con·cern·ing \kən-ˈsər-niŋ\

Definition of concerning for Students

  1. :  relating to :  about I received a notice concerning the meeting.

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