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Wasting Definition & Meaning

wasting
noun
  1. any general reduction in vitality and strength of body and mind resulting from a debilitating chronic disease
  2. a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse

"Wasting" in song lyrics

See how wasting is used in real songs:

  • "Drowning in the air of the time that I'm wasting"
    The 49ers f/ Midnight Bully — Regain Control
  • "A controlled mind is a dangerous thing to be wasting"
    60 Second Assassin — No Face
  • "and I ain't waiting for the time wasting"
    Almyghty Myghty Pythons (Souls of Mischief and The Pharcyde) — Curb Your Nerve

Usage tips for "wasting"

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Frequently asked questions

What does wasting mean?
any general reduction in vitality and strength of body and mind resulting from a debilitating chronic disease a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse
What part of speech is wasting?
Wasting is a noun.
How many definitions does wasting have?
Wasting has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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