Meaning of the word wasting in English
What does wasting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
wasting
US /ˈweɪstɪŋ/
UK /ˈweɪstɪŋ/
Verb
1.
using or expending carelessly, extravagantly, or to no purpose
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You're wasting your time trying to convince him.
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Don't go wasting money on things you don't need.
2.
causing gradual loss of strength, health, or substance
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The disease was slowly wasting his body.
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Years of neglect were wasting the old building.
Adjective
causing or characterized by gradual bodily decline
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He suffered from a wasting disease.
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The doctor noted the patient's wasting appearance.