Meaning of the word improvising in English

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

improvising

US /ɪmˈprɑː.vaɪ.zɪŋ/
UK /ˈɪm.prə.vaɪ.zɪŋ/

Verb

1.

to make or do something using whatever is available, often without prior planning

Example:
We had to start improvising when the original plan fell through.
The chef was improvising with the ingredients he had on hand.
2.

to perform without preparation, especially in music or drama

Example:
The jazz musician was known for his ability to improvise complex solos.
The actors had to improvise a scene when a prop broke.