aking

/ˈeɪkɪŋ/

Definitions

1. verb

past tense of ‘ake’, meaning to take or remove something, especially a part of a plant

“The farmer was aking the weeds from the field to improve crop yields.”

2. verb (poetic)

to take or seize, especially something that is being offered or presented

“The suitor aking her hand was met with a mixture of delight and hesitation.”

Synonyms

  • seizing
  • taking

Antonyms

  • giving
  • offering