living
li
ˈlɪ
li
ving
vɪng
ving
British pronunciation
/lˈɪvɪŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "living"in English

Living
01

people who are currently alive

living definition and meaning
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The award honors both the living and those who have passed.
02

the state of being alive, including all human experiences and activities

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His memoir captures the essence of living in a small, rural village.
2.1

the particular way someone lives

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The benefits of country living.
03

the financial resources or means by which a person sustains their life

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He earns his living as a freelance graphic designer.
living
01

related to people who are currently alive

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The living relatives attended the family reunion.
02

having the appearance of being alive or lifelike

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The living wax figures in the museum were incredibly realistic.
03

used to emphasize the extreme or absolute degree of something

InformalInformal
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He was scared out of his living mind during the haunted house tour.
04

still existing or continuing

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The living legend of King Arthur continues to inspire people around the world.
05

referring to minerals or stone that are in their natural, unmined state

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The geologist marveled at the living rock formations within the cave.
06

still being actively used or utilized

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The old library is a living resource for the community.
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