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repeating

adj. · n.
US //ɹiˈpitɪŋ// UK //ɹɪpˈiːtɪŋ// re·peat·ing
  1. 1 happening many times (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate

    happening again and again in the same way.

    characterised by repetition; occurring or appearing more than once in a sequence.

    Example

    The wallpaper has a pretty repeating pattern of small flowers.

    Example

    The fabric features a sophisticated repeating geometric motif that creates a sense of rhythm across the entire length of the garment.
  2. 2 math/decimals (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Technical Math

    a number in a decimal that goes on forever in a pattern.

    referring to a decimal fraction in which a figure or group of figures is repeated indefinitely.

    Example

    One divided by three results in a repeating decimal.

    Example

    The student struggled to convert the repeating decimal into a fraction during the advanced algebra examination.
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  1. 3 the act of repetition (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the act of saying or doing something again.

    the gerund form used as a noun to describe the process or instance of repetition.

    Example

    The constant repeating of the rules helped the children remember them.

    Example

    The endless repeating of corporate slogans during the retreat began to feel more like indoctrination than team building.

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