loving

adjective

lov·​ing ˈlə-viŋ How to pronounce loving (audio)
lovingly adverb
lovingness noun

Examples of loving in a Sentence

The old house has undergone a loving restoration. they were a loving family, supporting each other when times were bad
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Ultimately, Gibson rehomed his two adult dogs and their three puppies in safe, loving homes. Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 7 Oct. 2025 Tyler is being remembered as a loving brother, uncle and son. Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025 Sayer hopes that, in addition to becoming viral TikTok sensations, Neve and Nala will inspire people to foster or adopt a pet in need of a loving home. Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025 The Libra New Moon on October 21 is a deeply loving reset. Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for loving

Word History

First Known Use

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of loving was before the 12th century

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“Loving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loving. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

loving

adjective
lov·​ing
ˈləv-iŋ
: feeling or showing love : affectionate
loving care
a loving glance
lovingly adverb

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