Sitting: meaning, definitions and examples

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sitting

[ ˈsɪtɪŋ ]

^{Context #1}

at a table

The action or position of sitting, typically while at a table or desk.

Synonyms

seated position, seating

Examples of usage

He was deep in thought, his sitting posture rigid.
She maintained a straight sitting position throughout the meeting.

^{Context #2}

as a form of protest

A form of protest or demonstration in which participants sit and refuse to move.

Synonyms

protest action, sit-in

Examples of usage

The students staged a peaceful sitting outside the government building.
The sit-in was a powerful demonstration of civil disobedience.

^{Context #3}

not in use

Not currently in operation or in use.

Synonyms

inactive, unused

Examples of usage

The sitting room was filled with old furniture that hadn't been used in years.
The sitting computer had gathered dust in the corner of the room.

Translations

Translations of the word "sitting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sentado

🇮🇳 बैठा हुआ

🇩🇪 sitzend

🇮🇩 duduk

🇺🇦 сидить

сидіння
засідання

🇵🇱 siedzący

🇯🇵 座っている (すわっている)

🇫🇷 assis

🇪🇸 sentado

🇹🇷 oturan

🇰🇷 앉아 있는

🇸🇦 جالس

🇨🇿 sedící

🇸🇰 sediaci

sedenie
zasadnutie

🇨🇳 坐着 (zuòzhe)

🇸🇮 sedeč

🇮🇸 sitjandi

🇰🇿 отырып

🇬🇪 მჯდომარე

🇦🇿 oturan

🇲🇽 sentado

Word origin

The word 'sitting' originated from the Old English word 'sittan', which means 'to sit'. Over time, the word evolved to represent the act of being seated or in a sitting position. The concept of sitting has been a fundamental part of human behavior and culture for centuries, symbolizing rest, contemplation, and social interaction. Whether sitting at a table, participating in a sit-in protest, or referring to something not in use, the word 'sitting' continues to play a significant role in our daily lives.

See also: dissipate, resit, sit, site, sitter.