What does EKING mean?

Definition of Eking

1. Parts of Speech: Eking is a verb.

2. Definition: To eke means to make something last longer or to obtain something with difficulty.

3. Pronunciations: The US pronunciation of eking is /iːkɪŋ/ and the UK pronunciation is /iːkɪŋ/.

4. Origin and Usage: The word eking originated from the Old English word "ēacian" which means "to increase". It has been in use for centuries and is still commonly used today. Eking is often used to describe the act of trying to make something last longer than it should or to describe the act of obtaining something with difficulty.

5. Synonyms: Synonyms of eking include stretching, extending, prolonging, and sustaining.

6. Related Words: Related five-letter words to eking include kinge, kines, and skein.

7. Example Sentences:

• He was eking out a living by working two jobs.
• She was eking out the last few drops of toothpaste from the tube.
• They were eking out a meager existence in the wilderness.
• The company was eking out profits despite tough economic conditions.