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fanning

The word “fanning” has 2 syllables: fan-ning

It's pronounced as /ˈfæn.ɪŋ/

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In the thesaurus, “fanning” has 78 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for fanning along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for fanning

Antonyms for fanning

  • appeasing
  • calming
  • mollifying
  • pacifying
  • placating
  • soothing
  • subduing
  • tranquilizing
  • tranquillizing

Meanings of fanning

  • verb
    1. To blow air on (something) by means of a fan (hand-held, mechanical or electrical) or otherwise.
    2. To slap (a behind, especially).
    3. (usually to fan out) To move or spread in multiple directions from one point, in the shape of a hand-held fan.
    4. To dispel by waving a hand-held fan.
    5. To perform a maneuver that involves flicking the top rear of an old-style gun.
    6. (metaphoric) To invigorate, like flames when fanned.
    7. To winnow grain.
  • noun
    1. The act by which something is fanned.
    2. A very small fragment of tea leaf.

Example Sentences

  • She was fanning herself with a paper to cool down on a hot day.
  • The firefighter was fanning the embers to ensure the fire was completely out.
  • He spent the afternoon fanning the barbecue coals to get them ready for grilling.
  • The wind was fanning the flames of the campfire, making it burn brighter.
  • Fanning the pages of the book helped to dry the ink quickly.

On this page you'll find 87 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to fanning, such as: abetting, activating, aggravating, angering, animating, annoying, appeasing.

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