Meaning of the word issuing in English

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

issuing

US /ˈɪʃ.uɪŋ/
UK /ˈɪʃ.uːɪŋ/

Verb

1.

the act of supplying or distributing something

Example:
The government is issuing new guidelines for public safety.
The bank is issuing new credit cards to its customers.
2.

the act of coming or flowing out from a source

Example:
Smoke was issuing from the chimney.
Water was issuing from the broken pipe.