happening

/ˈhæpnɪŋ/ · verb

Meaning

To occur or take place.
To happen to; to befall.
(with infinitive) To do or occur by chance or unexpectedly.
(followed by on or upon) To encounter by chance.
(of a place) Busy, lively; vibrant, dynamic; fashionable.
(of a person or product) Trendy, up-to-the-minute.
Something that happens.
A spontaneous or improvised event, especially one that involves audience participation.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

on(English)occurrence(English)natural event(English)moving(English)turning(English)coming(English)faring(English)nick(English)happen(English)happens(English)happened(English)really(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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