Meaning & Definition of word "Chilling"

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    Chilling

    /ˈʧɪl.ɪŋ/

    verb:

    • 1. The act of making something cold or cooler, often by refrigeration or exposure to cold.
      • Example: They are chilling the drinks before the party starts.
    • 2. To grow cold or to become cold.
      • Example: The weather is starting to chill as autumn approaches.

    adjective:

    • 1. Causing or inducing fear or uneasiness; frightening.
      • Example: The chilling movie kept everyone on the edge of their seats.
    • 2. Relaxing or leisurely; often used informally to describe activities done in a laid-back manner.
      • Example: We spent the afternoon chilling at the beach.

    Etymology

    From chill + -ing, indicating the act of making cold.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chill out:

    To relax or calm down.

    chill to the bone:

    To feel extremely cold.

    just chilling:

    Hanging out in a relaxed way.

    Related Words

    chill:

    To make or become cold.

    chilly:

    Being uncomfortably cool.

    Slang Meanings of chilling

    Meaning: To hang out casually.

    Example Sentence: We're just chilling at home tonight.

    Meaning: To be relaxed and carefree.

    Example Sentence: I spent the whole day chilling and doing nothing.