Meaning of the word humoring in English

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

humoring

US /ˈhjuːmərɪŋ/
UK /ˈhjuːmərɪŋ/

Verb

the present participle of 'humor', meaning to gratify or indulge (someone's mood or whim)

Example:
He was just humoring her, knowing she would eventually forget about it.
The doctor was humoring the elderly patient by listening patiently to his long stories.