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cherishing

/ˈtʃɛrɪʃɪŋ/

cherishingnoun

/ˈtʃɛrɪʃɪŋ/

Used as a gerund meaning 'the act of cherishing'; typically uncountable.

Definitions

The act or practice of showing deep affection, care, or protection for someone or something.

Her cherishing of old family photographs kept their history alive.

Synonyms

cherishingadjective

more cherishing

Comp.

most cherishing

Super.

/ˈtʃɛrɪʃɪŋ/

Translations

лелеющий

She has a cherishing attitude towards her family.

У нее лелеющее отношение к своей семье.

бережный

He gave her a cherishing smile.

Он подарил ей бережную улыбку.

Additional translations

заботливый

нежный

Definitions

Holding something dear or showing affection and care towards it.

She gave him a cherishing smile that conveyed her deep affection.

Synonyms

cherishverb

cherishing

Gerund

cherished

Past Simple

cherished

Past Participle

cherishing

Gerund

/ˈtʃɛrɪʃ/

Translations

лелеять

She cherishes the memories of her childhood.

Она лелеет воспоминания о своем детстве.

Definitions

To hold or treat as dear; feel love for.

She cherishes her family above all else.

To care for tenderly; nurture.

He cherishes the garden, spending hours tending to the plants.

To cling fondly to (a hope, idea, etc.).

Despite the challenges, she cherishes the dream of becoming a doctor.

Synonyms

hold dear

Antonyms

cherishproper noun

Definitions

A female given name.

"Cherish was thrilled to receive the award."