owing — Due to or because of something; as a result of. Used to indicate the cause or reason for a particular situation or condition.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Due to or because of something; as a result of. Used to indicate the cause or reason for a particular situation or condition.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈoʊɪŋ/
Korean meaning: ~때문에, ~로 인하여
Korean pronunciation: 오-잉 (강세: 오)
Example Sentences
- The pizza delivery was late owing to the driver getting lost three times.
- I have $50 owing to my roommate for groceries.
- Owing to my cat's intervention, my homework is now decorated with paw prints.
owing
ADJECTIVE//ˈoʊɪŋ//
Due to or because of something; as a result of. Used to indicate the cause or reason for a particular situation or condition.
Due to or because of something; as a result of. Used to indicate the cause or reason for a particular situation or condition.
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Origin
From Old English 'agan' meaning 'to own or possess,' which evolved through Middle English into the present participle 'owing,' taking on the meaning of 'being indebted to' or 'having an obligation.'
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“The pizza delivery was late owing to the driver getting lost three times.”
“I have $50 owing to my roommate for groceries.”
“Owing to my cat's intervention, my homework is now decorated with paw prints.”
“The total amount owing on the account is $1,200.”
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