English Reference
adjective · noun

flowing

adj. · n.
US /ˈfɫoʊɪŋ/ UK /flˈəʊɪŋ/ flow·ing

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate

    adj.moving or hanging in a smooth, graceful way without stopping.

    adj.characterised by a smooth, continuous, and graceful motion or form.

    Simple

    She wore a long, flowing dress that moved beautifully as she walked.

    In context

    The dancer's flowing movements across the stage created an illusion of weightlessness that captivated the entire audience.

  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate

    adj.describes words or ideas that follow each other easily and naturally.

    adj.referring to speech, prose, or music that proceeds smoothly and without interruption.

    Simple

    The author is famous for her flowing style of writing.

    In context

    The speaker maintained a flowing narrative despite the technical complexity of the subject matter, ensuring the lay audience remained engaged.

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  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate

    n.the steady movement of a liquid or a crowd of people.

    n.the action or process of moving in a steady, continuous stream.

    Simple

    The flowing of the river was the only sound in the quiet forest.

    In context

    The constant flowing of commuters through the station gates created a rhythmic pulse that defined the city's morning rush.


From Middle English flowyng; equivalent to flow + -ing.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

This entry
Origin Middle English flowyng
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Common
Updated