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loving

American  
[luhv-ing] / ˈlʌv ɪŋ /

adjective

  1. feeling or showing love; warmly affectionate; fond.

    loving glances.
loving British  
/ ˈlʌvɪŋ /

adjective

  1. feeling, showing, or indicating love and affection

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loving Idioms  

  1. see tender loving care.

Other Word Forms

  • lovingly adverb
  • lovingness noun
  • nonloving adjective
  • unloving adjective

Etymology

Origin of loving

First recorded before 1000; Middle English lovyng; replacing Middle English lovende, Old English lufiende; love, -ing 2

Example Sentences

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The chefs there are very loving and caring.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

"If we're winning that series, it's probably not news and no one cares. If Travis Head's in that video, everyone's probably absolutely loving it," Duckett said.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Tyndale introduced the English people to a God who eats with sinners, heals the sick and comforts the grief-stricken: a loving God on a mission to rescue mankind.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

"To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family."

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

“Zoe would never treat you badly. She’s one of the most caring and loving people I know. If by some tiny chance she did, why would Calvin leave Alex with her?”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas

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