Meaning of the word waking in English

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

waking

US /ˈweɪ.kɪŋ/
UK /ˈweɪ.kɪŋ/

Noun

the action of waking or being awake

Example:
The sudden noise caused my waking.
I remember every detail of my dream, even after waking.

Adjective

not asleep; awake

Example:
I spent many waking hours thinking about the problem.
During my waking moments, I felt a strange sense of unease.