English Reference
adjective · noun

repeating

adj. · n.
US /ɹiˈpitɪŋ/ UK /ɹɪpˈiːtɪŋ/ re·peat·ing

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate

    adj.happening again and again in the same way.

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

    Simple

    The wallpaper has a pretty repeating pattern of small flowers.

    In context

    The fabric features a sophisticated repeating geometric motif that creates a sense of rhythm across the entire length of the garment.

    uniqueone off
  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate Technical Math

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

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

    Simple

    One divided by three results in a repeating decimal.

    In context

    The student struggled to convert the repeating decimal into a fraction during the advanced algebra examination.

  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate

    n.the act of saying or doing something again.

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

    Simple

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

    In context

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

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Level B1 · Intermediate
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