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managing

/ˈmæn.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Having executive or supervisory control or authority within an organization.

Example Sentences:
  • She was promoted to managing director after years of hard work.
  • The managing partner oversees all legal operations at the firm.
2.verb

The act of being in charge of, organizing, or supervising a business, team, or situation.

Example Sentences:
  • Managing a large team requires excellent communication skills.
  • He is currently managing three different projects at once.
3.verb

Succeeding in surviving or achieving something despite difficult circumstances; coping.

Example Sentences:
  • How are you managing with all that extra work?
  • Managing expectations is the key to a successful client relationship.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

The word is the present participle of 'manage', which originated in the mid-16th century from the Italian 'maneggiare' (to handle, especially a horse), which itself comes from the Latin 'manus' (hand). It originally referred to the training and handling of horses before broadening to encompass the general handling or directing of business, people, or affairs.

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Frequently Asked Questions About “managing

1. What is the meaning of “managing” in English?

In English, managing (adjective) is defined as: “Having executive or supervisory control or authority within an organization.”.

2. How do you use “managing” in a sentence?

She was promoted to managing director after years of hard work.

3. What are English synonyms of “managing”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “managing”?

The word is the present participle of 'manage', which originated in the mid-16th century from the Italian 'maneggiare' (to handle, especially a horse), which itself comes from the Latin 'manus' (hand). It originally referred to the training and handling of horses before broadening to encompass the general handling or directing of business, people, or affairs.