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Vocabulary Entry
downing
|verb • noun
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V
verb
The present participle of 'down', meaning to bring down, to cause to fall, or to defeat.
Example Sentences
"The athlete was able to down his opponent in the final match."
"She downed her fear before stepping onto the stage."
"The strong winds downed several trees in the neighborhood."
N
noun
The act of bringing something down or the result of such an action.
Example Sentences
"The downing of the aircraft was a tragic event."
"His quick thinking led to the downing of the enemy's defenses."
"The downing of the signal beacon was a critical mistake."