chasing

cha-sing · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    Running after someone or something to catch them.

  2. 2.

    The act of pursuing someone or something.

  3. 3.

    Pursuing eagerly or persistently.

  4. 4.

    Driving away.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    chasing rainbows — pursuing unrealistic goals
  • •
    chasing your tail — being busy without achieving anything

Related words

Antonyms: escaping, fleeing
See also: chase, chased, following, pursuing
Synonyms: following, hunting, pursuing

Etymology

From Old French chacier ("to hunt, pursue"), from Vulgar Latin captiare.