ongoing

on-go-ing · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Continuing; still in progress or development.

  2. 2.

    Happening or existing continuously without interruption.

Phrases & expressions

  • ongoing basis — continuously, as a regular practice
  • ongoing concern — a continuing matter of importance or worry
  • ongoing support — continuous assistance over time

Related words

Etymology

From English on + going, a compound adjective formed in the 19th century to describe something that continues to happen or exist.