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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Even if your partner is loving and dependable, trust requires vulnerability. Mark Travers, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025 As far as Rich, 71, is concerned, Brock hasn't strayed far from his always complicated, but loving, blended family. Sabienna Bowman, People.com, 9 Mar. 2025 Gentle, loving and sweet-natured, Aiden is quite friendly and loves to try new things and meet new people. The Star, Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2025 Discover together how best to nurture that in respectful and loving ways. Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 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 12 Mar. 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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