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Meaning of minding
The primary meaning of "minding" is to pay attention to something or someone.
Etymology of minding
The word "minding" originates from the Old English word "mynan," which means to remember or think of, and is related to the Proto-Germanic word "muniz," also meaning to remember
The modern English word "minding" has evolved to encompass various meanings, including paying attention, taking care, and being careful
Synonyms
attending
watching
noticing
observing
paying attention
heedful
vigilant
careful
cautious
aware
alert
observant
regardful
thoughtful
considerate
attentive
mindful
conscientious
diligent
scrupulous
meticulous
thorough
assiduous
sedulous
painstaking
thoroughgoing
fastidious
perfectionistic
finicky
Definitions
- To pay attention to something or someone
- * To be in charge or take care of something
- * To be careful or cautious about something
Usage Examples
- I'm minding the store while the owner is away
- * She's always minding her manners in polite company
- * He's minding the baby while his wife is at work
Antonyms
ignoring
disregarding
neglecting
overlooking
dismissing
rejecting
forgetting
omitting
skipping
avoiding
shirking
evading
neglectful
careless
inattentive
oblivious
unaware
indifferent
apathetic
unconcerned
uninterested
unmindful