Meaning of the word mounting in English

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

mounting

US /ˈmaʊn.t̬ɪŋ/
UK /ˈmaʊn.tɪŋ/
"mounting" picture

Adjective

increasing, growing, or accumulating

Example:
There is mounting evidence against the suspect.
The team faced mounting pressure to win the championship.

Noun

a support or frame on which something is fixed

Example:
The camera was secured to a sturdy mounting.
He carefully placed the diamond in its gold mounting.