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

In its own readout of the meeting, China said it was willing to "actively consider" implementing unilateral visa-free entry for the UK.

From BBC

Plaid Cymru's spokesperson for housing, Sian Gwenllian MP, said the party had "always" called for a "proportionate approach" to implementing the 182-day rule, including where properties would not be eligible as full-time residences.

From BBC

“By understanding U.S. tax obligations, implementing robust estate planning, and maintaining legal compliance abroad, retirees can focus on the rewarding experiences of life overseas rather than worrying about potential pitfalls.”

From MarketWatch

Treyz says U.S. companies know implementing such a withdrawal will take years, with companies aggressively lobbying in coming months to protect their supply chains after spending decades integrating them across the three countries.

From Barron's

Ream base said in a statement that the five-day US visit would "promote cooperation between the two countries", and that it showed Cambodia's "commitment in implementing an open policy, transparent and cooperation with international partners".

From Barron's

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