Driving: meaning, definitions and examples
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driving
[ ˈdraɪvɪŋ ]
vehicle operation
The act of controlling and operating a vehicle, such as a car, truck, or motorcycle, on the road.
Synonyms
operating, piloting, steering.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
|---|---|
| driving |
General force or energy pushing something forward.
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| operating |
Using or controlling machinery or equipment.
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| steering |
Controlling the direction of a vehicle or vessel, often specifically the act of turning.
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| piloting |
Controlling an aircraft or a boat.
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Examples of usage
- He enjoys driving through the countryside on weekends.
- She took driving lessons to get her driver's license.
movement
The action of moving or causing something to move in a specified direction or manner.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
|---|---|
| driving |
Used when talking about operating a vehicle or guiding an effort towards a goal.
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Examples of usage
- He was driving the car at a high speed.
- The strong wind was driving the waves against the shore.
Translations
Translations of the word "driving" in other languages:
🇵🇹 condução
🇮🇳 ड्राइविंग (driving)
🇩🇪 Fahren
🇮🇩 mengemudi
🇺🇦 водіння
🇵🇱 jazda
🇯🇵 運転 (unten)
🇫🇷 conduite
🇪🇸 conducción
🇹🇷 sürüş
🇰🇷 운전 (unjeon)
🇸🇦 قيادة (qiyada)
🇨🇿 řízení
🇸🇰 jazda
🇨🇳 驾驶 (jiàshǐ)
🇸🇮 vožnja
🇮🇸 akstur
🇰🇿 жүргізу (zhürgizu)
🇬🇪 მართვა (martva)
🇦🇿 sürmə
🇲🇽 conducción
Etymology
The word 'driving' originated from the Old English word 'drīfan' which means 'to impel, urge forward'. Over time, it evolved to encompass the act of controlling and operating vehicles. The concept of driving has been integral to transportation and mobility throughout history, with advancements in technology leading to various modes of transportation.