selecting
v. B1 Intermediate US //səˈɫɛktɪŋ// UK //sɪlˈɛktɪŋ// se·lect·ing
v. choosing the best person or thing from a group. You use this when you think carefully about your choice.
v. carefully choosing someone or something as being the best or most suitable from a larger group. Often implies a deliberate or formal process of evaluation.
She is selecting a new book from the shelf.
The committee spent several hours selecting the most qualified candidate for the manager position.
By selecting only the most resilient crops for the next planting season, the farmers gradually improved the overall yield of the farm despite the harsh climate.
Usage
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object.