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.
She is inventing a new way to recycle plastic.
The engineer spent years inventing a more efficient battery for electric vehicles.
While the scientist was busy inventing a revolutionary filtration system, his rivals were focused on marketing existing technologies to a less demanding audience.
Usage
The present participle of 'invent'; functions as the main verb in continuous tenses or as a gerund.