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inventing

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ˌɪnˈvɛntɪŋ// UK //ɪnvˈɛntɪŋ// in·vent·ing

v. creating or designing something that has never existed before. You use this when someone thinks of a new machine, a new system, or even a story that is not true.

v. creating or designing a new process, device, or idea that did not previously exist. Often used to describe the act of fabricating a false story or excuse.


SIMPLE

She is inventing a new way to recycle plastic.

CONTEXTUAL

The engineer spent years inventing a more efficient battery for electric vehicles.

COMPLEX

While the scientist was busy inventing a revolutionary filtration system, his rivals were focused on marketing existing technologies to a less demanding audience.

Synonyms
Usage

The present participle of 'invent'; functions as the main verb in continuous tenses or as a gerund.

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