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Meaning of the word doing in English

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doing

US /ˈduː.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈduː.ɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the activities in which a particular person engages.

Example:
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the latest doings of television stars
Synonym:
performance performing effecting execution implementation implementing discharge discharging achievement accomplishment realization completion completing acquittal exploit activity act action undertaking deed feat endeavor work venture enterprise behavior conduct handiwork caper
2.

a beating or scolding.

Example:
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someone had given her a doing
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