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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Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a stable and loving home, and every parent deserves the chance to provide that environment without the shadow of systemic bias looming over them. Jumara Perry, Baltimore Sun, 20 Jan. 2025 In a short time, my relationship with my mom has gotten more loving and more fun. Sara Sidner, CNN, 19 Jan. 2025 The euphoric and loving screams of the crowd made Fito Páez blush. Natalia Cano, Billboard, 19 Jan. 2025 Photo: Courtesy of Archewell Beyond her grief and loving note of remembrance, the Duchess has another message. Riann Phillip, Vogue, 8 Jan. 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 24 Jan. 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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