Definition of going
(Entry 1 of 2)
going
adjectiveDefinition of going (Entry 2 of 2)
1a
: that goes
—often used in combination easygoingoutgoing
3
: current, prevailing
going price
4
: conducting business with the expectation of indefinite continuance
a going concern
going on
: drawing near to : approaching
is six years old going on seven
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The first known use of going was in the 14th century
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