Meaning & Definition of word "Heaving"

Heaving

/ˈhiːvɪŋ/

noun:

  • 1. The act of lifting or throwing.
    • Example: The heaving of the crate was exhausting work.

verb:

  • 1. Present participle of heave; to lift or throw with effort.
    • Example: He was heaving the heavy box onto the truck.
  • 2. To rise and fall rhythmically or irregularly.
    • Example: The ship was heaving in the rough seas.
  • 3. To cause (something) to rise and fall.
    • Example: She felt her stomach heaving after the rollercoaster ride.

Etymology

From Old English 'hebban' meaning 'to lift'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

heaving bosom:

A term used to describe a woman's chest moving rhythmically as if from emotion.

heaving sigh:

A deep, loud sigh, often expressing relief or disappointment.

Related Words

heave:

To lift or throw with effort.

heaved:

Past tense of heave; lifted or thrown.

heaver:

One who heaves or lifts something.

Slang Meanings of heaving

Meaning: Heaving as in vomiting.

Example Sentence: After the party, he was heaving in the bathroom.

Meaning: To exert effort, often used to describe intense workouts.

Example Sentence: I was heaving during that last set at the gym.