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Meaning of delaying
The primary meaning of "delaying" is to make something happen later than originally planned.
Etymology of delaying
The word "delaying" originates from the Old French word "delayer", which is derived from "de" meaning "away from" and "layer" meaning "to leave"
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe the act of making something happen later than planned
Synonyms
postponing
deferring
slowing
hindering
impeding
obstructing
suspending
putting off
procrastinating
lingering
loitering
tarrying
dawdling
dragging
retarding
holding up
detaining
staying
pausing
hesitating
faltering
stalling
temporizing
protracting
extending
prolonging
drawing out
spinning out
Definitions
- To cause something to happen later than originally planned
- * To slow down or hinder the progress of something
- * To put off or postpone something until a later time
Usage Examples
- The storm is delaying our flight, so we will arrive later than expected
- * The construction team is delaying the project due to a lack of funding
- * She was delaying her decision until she had all the necessary information
Antonyms
hastening
speeding
accelerating
expediting
facilitating
advancing
promoting
furthering
assisting
aiding
helping
supporting
encouraging
urging
prompting
quickening
rushing
hurrying
pushing
driving
forcing