Ranging

/ˈreɪn.dʒɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of moving within bounds or the extent of an area.

The ranging of the deer was limited to the forest perimeter.

verb

To vary within certain limits or to extend over a particular area.

The temperatures are ranging between 20 and 30 degrees this week.

To arrange or classify in a particular order or range.

The scientist is ranging the specimens according to their size.

To roam or wander over a specified area.

The dogs are ranging freely in the field.

From the verb 'range', meaning to arrange or set in order.

ranging from A to B:

indicating a variety of things or a wide scope.

ranging behavior:

behavior that varies widely in response to different conditions.

ranging over:

covering a wide area or topic.

going all out or trying everything.

I'm just ranging through all the options for my next vacation.

to mix or mingle freely.

At the party, everyone was ranging around, meeting new people.