implementing

American  

[im-pluh-men-ting, -muhn-] / ˈɪm pləˌmɛn tɪŋ, -mən- /

noun

1. the act or process of carrying out a plan, putting a law or policy into effect, fulfilling a promise, etc..

   As a board member, I helped establish protocols and procedures for the implementing of these programs.

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adjective

1. putting or charged with putting something into effect, as a law, regulation, or policy.

   Until the implementing agencies develop their guidelines, specific concerns about what the new standard will mean can't be fully answered.

Etymology

Origin of implementing

First recorded in 1710–20; implement ( def. ) + -ing ¹ ( def. ) for the noun; implement ( def. ) + -ing ² ( def. ) for the adjective

Example Sentences

Williams-Sonoma will continue to execute its mitigation strategies, she said, including engaging in vendor negotiations, moving sourcing, retooling supply chains and implementing select pricing actions.

From The Wall Street Journal

Companies are beginning to monitor AI token usage, with some implementing certain limits due to increased spending.

From The Wall Street Journal

There should be growth if militaries worldwide continue focusing on implementing smart, low-cost, autonomous battle technologies.

From Barron's

Treasury Department would be responsible for writing rules implementing the bill if it becomes law.

From Barron's

The UK Ministry of Justice said it was implementing Jade's Law "as swiftly and safely as possible and it will come into force by the end of 2026".

From BBC

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