Meaning of the word combating in English

What does combating mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

combating

US /kəmˈbætɪŋ/
UK /kəmˈbætɪŋ/

Verb

to fight against something, especially a problem or an evil

Example:
The government is actively combating corruption.
They are combating the spread of misinformation.