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Definition of driving

driving

/ˈdraɪ.vɪŋ/
driv · ing
Adverb:drivingly
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• noun

1

The act, skill, or occupation of operating and controlling the movement of a motor vehicle.

Example

"Defensive driving requires constant attention to the road and surrounding traffic."

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• adjective

1

Having a strong, compelling, or motivating influence; acting as a primary force or impetus.

Example

"Curiosity was the driving force behind her groundbreaking scientific research."

2

Moving or falling with great force, speed, and intensity (especially of rain, snow, or wind).

Example

"The hikers sought shelter from the driving rain and freezing gusts of wind."

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• Rhymes for driving

• Nearby Words

drivetime
drivetrain
driveway
driving
drizzle
drizzly
droid

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb drive, which comes from Old English drifan ('to push from behind, impel, or pursue'), ultimately from Proto-Germanic *dribanan.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Driving. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/driving
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