Emblematising

/ɛmbləˈmætɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of emblematise (British spelling); the act of making something emblematic.

Etymology

From emblematise plus the present participle suffix -ing, which comes from Old English and indicates ongoing or progressive action.

Kelly Says

The -ing suffix is one of English's oldest and most flexible endings—it can function as a gerund (noun), participle (verb form), or adjective, making it arguably the most overworked suffix in the entire language.

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