Coming

/ˈkʌmɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of arriving or approaching

The coming of spring brings new life.

an event or period when something arrives

The coming of the new year is always celebrated.

verb

to approach or move toward

He is coming to the party later tonight.

to arrive at a place or event

The train is coming in five minutes.

adjective

approaching or upcoming

I have some projects due in the coming weeks.

about to happen or take place

There are many challenges in the coming months.

From Old English 'cuman', meaning 'to come'.

coming up

Something that is about to happen or take place.

the coming days

The days that are soon to occur.

when the time comes

At the appropriate time in the future.

come

To move or travel toward or into a place thought of as near.

comer

The act of coming together or the state of being come.

To arrive at a realization or understanding.

He finally came to terms with his decision.

To reach a certain emotional or physical state.

She's coming down from her high.