Meaning of the word shopping in English

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

shopping

US /ˈʃɑː.pɪŋ/
UK /ˈʃɒp.ɪŋ/
"shopping" picture

Noun

the activity of buying things from shops

Example:
I love going shopping for new clothes.
We did all our Christmas shopping online this year.

Verb

the act of going to shops and buying things

Example:
She spent the whole afternoon shopping.
Are you going shopping today?