Meaning of the word causing in English

What does causing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

causing

US /ˈkɔːzɪŋ/
UK /ˈkɔːzɪŋ/

Verb

making something happen, especially something bad

Example:
The heavy rain is causing floods in the area.
His reckless driving was the main factor causing the accident.