hunting

noun

hunt·​ing ˈhən-tiŋ 

1

: the act of one that hunts

specifically : the pursuit of game

2

: the process of hunting

3

a

: a periodic variation in speed of a synchronous electrical machine

b

: a self-induced and undesirable oscillation of a variable above and below the desired value in an automatic control system

c

: a continuous attempt by an automatically controlled system to find a desired equilibrium condition

Examples of hunting in a Sentence

His hobbies include hunting and fishing.

The law prohibits the hunting of migratory birds.

She likes to go hunting.

Recent Examples on the Web

Colorado Parks and Wildlife manages the state’s wildlife species, administers the state’s hunting and fishing programs and operates 43 state parks and 350 state wildlife areas. —Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 23 Feb. 2026

Bargain hunting at antique shops and thrift stores is a lot of fun. —Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2026

Martin was from central North Carolina, where guns and hunting are a part of life, his cousin said. —Allen G. Breed, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026

From hunting and trail riding, to around-the-house utility, the FourTrax Recon 250 is fit for all consumers looking for four-wheel fun. —Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 21 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing hunting

• African hunting dog
• anti-hunting
• happy hunting ground
• head-hunting
• hunting horn

Rhymes for hunting

• blunting
• bunting
• fronting
• grunting
• shunting
• stunting
• confronting

Kids Definition

hunting

noun

hunt·​ing

: the action of one that hunts

especially : the chasing of game