English · Body & Health
aging
/ˈeɪ.dʒɪŋ/
[/ˈeɪ.dʒɪŋ/]
growing older
Beginnernoun
Definition
The process of growing older and the changes that come with it.
Example
Gentle exercise can slow some of the effects of aging on the body.
Gentle exercise can slow some of the effects of aging on the body.
Etymology
From 'age' (Old French 'aage') plus '-ing'.
How & Where It’s Used
Also spelled 'ageing' in British English.