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gazing

/ˈɡeɪzɪŋ/

Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of looking at something, often intently or for a long period of time.

  • Noun

    The state of being lost in thought or contemplation.


Pronunciation
  1. /ˈɡeɪzɪŋ/



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Synonyms

gape , look , stare
Rhymes
Words rhyming with gazing
mazing , razing , praising
Variants
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gaze , gazed , gazer , gazers , gazes , gazing , crystal gazer , crystal gazers , crystal gazing , crystal gazings , navel-gazing , navel-gazings
Etymology
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Originally meant 'to stare' or 'to gape'. Derived from the Old French word 'gazer', meaning 'to stare' or 'to gaze'.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'gaze' comes from the Old French word 'gazer', which means 'to stare' or 'to gape'.

  2. In psychology, gazing is often used to describe the act of making prolonged eye contact with another person.


Related Concepts
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  1. Contemplation: A deep and serious thought or consideration of something. Gazing can be seen as a form of contemplation, as it involves intently focusing on something.

  2. Introspection: The act of examining one's own thoughts and feelings. Gazing can be seen as a form of introspection, as it involves looking inward and contemplating.


Culture
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In literature and art, gazing is often used to describe a deep and introspective state of mind. It can also be used to describe a romantic or admiring look. In music, the term 'gazing' is not commonly used, but it can be found in song titles or lyrics to convey a sense of introspection or admiration.

How to Memorize "gazing"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the act of looking intently at something, such as a beautiful sunset or a loved one's face.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'gazing' with the idea of introspection or contemplation.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Gaze at the stars and ponder life's mysteries'.


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