loving

adjective

lov·​ing ˈlə-viŋ How to pronounce loving (audio)
lovingly adverb
lovingness noun

Examples of loving in a Sentence

The old house has undergone a loving restoration. they were a loving family, supporting each other when times were bad
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Brandi has already played a loving role in Elton’s valedictory run. Jon Dolan, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2025 Etta was able to fall in love and be in a super loving relationship. Juan Velasquez, Them., 1 Apr. 2025 Even the most loving child isn’t always the best caregiver. John Samuels, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025 The people [in Ireland] are so loving and so kind, so welcoming. Toria Sheffield, People.com, 30 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for loving

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of loving was before the 12th century

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“Loving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loving. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

loving

adjective
lov·​ing
ˈləv-iŋ
: feeling or showing love : affectionate
loving care
a loving glance
lovingly adverb

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