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pitying

American  
[pit-ee-ing] / ˈpɪt i ɪŋ /

adjective

  1. full of or expressing pity.

    a pitying look.

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Etymology

Origin of pitying

First recorded in 1640–50; pity + -ing 2

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I know this man that you talk of 'pitying.'

From Under Two Flags by Ouida

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