driving

driv-ing · noun, adjective, verb

imported

Definitions

noun, adjective, verb

  1. 1.

    The activity or skill of operating a motor vehicle.

  2. 2.

    Having the power to propel or push forward.

  3. 3.

    Operating a vehicle.

  4. 4.

    Energetic and forceful.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    driving license/driver's license — official permit to operate a vehicle
  • •
    driving force — the main factor or motivation
  • •
    in the driving seat — in control of a situation
  • •
    driving test — examination to obtain a driving license

Related words

See also: drive, driven, driver
Synonyms: compelling, motoring, operating

Etymology

From Old English drifan ("to drive, compel") + -ing (present participle suffix).