Expecting

//ɪkˈspɛktɪŋ//

Word Type

Adjective

Verb

Noun

The word "expecting" can be used as adjective, verb and noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

expectingly expectingness unexpecting

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Type Of (IsA)

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Related Terms

expect expectation pregnant

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